Smothered Green Chili Beef Burritos Recipe

Introduction

These smothered green chili burritos are a comforting and flavorful meal perfect for any night of the week. Packed with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and a tangy green chili sauce, they bring a delicious twist to classic burritos.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
• 1 can (10 ounces) red enchilada sauce
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 8 flour tortillas
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Step 2: Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
3. Step 3: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
5. Step 5: Cook the beef until browned and no longer pink, about 6 to 7 minutes.
6. Step 6: Sprinkle in cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes.
7. Step 7: Stir well to evenly distribute the spices.
8. Step 8: Pour in the diced green chilies and red enchilada sauce, mixing everything thoroughly.
9. Step 9: Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
10. Step 10: Stir in sour cream until fully combined and smooth.
11. Step 11: Remove skillet from heat and set aside.
12. Step 12: Preheat oven to 375°F.
13. Step 13: Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
14. Step 14: Lay the flour tortillas flat on a surface.
15. Step 15: Spoon about 1/4 cup of the beef mixture into the center of each tortilla.
16. Step 16: Top each with shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
17. Step 17: Roll up the tortillas, folding in the sides to form burritos.
18. Step 18: Place burritos seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
19. Step 19: Pour any remaining beef mixture evenly over the burritos.
20. Step 20: Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheeses on top.
21. Step 21: Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes.
22. Step 22: Remove the foil and bake an additional 5 to 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
23. Step 23: Let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving.
24. Step 24: Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and enjoy.

Tips & Variations

• For a milder dish, omit the crushed red pepper flakes or use milder chili powder.
• Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
• Feel free to add black beans or corn to the beef mixture for extra texture and flavor.
• Use whole wheat tortillas for a healthier option.

Storage

Store leftover burritos covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through or microwave covered loosely with a damp paper towel for about 1-2 minutes. For longer storage, freeze burritos wrapped tightly in foil or plastic wrap for up to 2 months and thaw overnight before reheating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these burritos ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the burritos and refrigerate them before baking. Bake as directed, adding a few extra minutes if baking straight from the fridge.

What can I use instead of green chilies?

If green chilies are not available, you can use chopped mild poblano peppers or a jarred salsa verde to maintain the green chili flavor.

Smothered Green Chili Beef Burritos Recipe

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Smothered Green Chili Burritos are a delicious and hearty Mexican-inspired dish featuring seasoned ground beef cooked with green chilies and spices, wrapped in warm flour tortillas, and topped with melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. Baked until bubbly and garnished with fresh cilantro, these burritos offer a comforting blend of savory flavors perfect for a satisfying meal.

• Author: Sana
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: 8 burritos 1x
• Category: Main Dish
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

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Beef Mixture

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
• 1 can (10 ounces) red enchilada sauce
• 1/2 cup sour cream

Assembly & Toppings

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 8 flour tortillas
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Prepare the skillet and sauté onion: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
2. Add garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Cook the ground beef: Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, approximately 6 to 7 minutes.
4. Season the beef: Sprinkle in cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir well to distribute the spices evenly.
5. Add chilies and sauce: Pour in diced green chilies and red enchilada sauce, mixing thoroughly.
6. Simmer the mixture: Reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Incorporate sour cream: Stir in sour cream until fully combined and smooth, then remove from heat and set aside.
8. Preheat oven and prepare baking dish: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
9. Assemble burritos: Lay out flour tortillas on a flat surface. Spoon about 1/4 cup of the beef mixture onto the center of each tortilla, then top with shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
10. Roll burritos: Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll it tightly to form a burrito.
11. Place burritos in dish: Arrange the rolled burritos seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
12. Add remaining beef mixture and cheese: Pour any leftover beef mixture evenly over the burritos. Sprinkle remaining cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese on top.
13. Bake covered: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes.
14. Bake uncovered: Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
15. Cool and garnish: Remove from oven, let cool for a few minutes, then garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

• For spicier burritos, increase the amount of crushed red pepper flakes or add sliced jalapeños.
• Use whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas for a healthier or gluten-free variation.
• Leftover burritos can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
• Sour cream helps add creaminess and balances the spiciness of the chilies.
• To make it vegetarian, substitute ground beef with cooked lentils or plant-based ground meat alternatives.

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