Get ready for a mouthwatering Mexican culinary adventure that will transport your taste buds straight to flavor paradise! These Green Chile Chicken Burritos are not just another dinner option – they're a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that combines the perfect blend of tender shredded chicken, zesty green chiles, and melty cheese wrapped in a warm, soft tortilla. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight meal or a dish that will impress your friends and family, these burritos are about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 can green chiles
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your ingredients. If you haven't already, cook the chicken until fully done, then shred it into bite-sized pieces. You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the burritos later.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, can of green chiles (drained), shredded cheese, cumin, and salt. Mix everything together until well combined.
- Take one large flour tortilla and place a generous amount of the chicken mixture in the center, leaving some space at the edges for folding. Aim for about 1/3 to 1/2 cup of filling per tortilla.
- Fold the sides of the tortilla inward over the filling, then roll the tortilla from the bottom up to form a burrito. Make sure to tuck in the sides as you roll to secure the filling inside.
- Repeat the filling and rolling process for the remaining tortillas and filling mixture until all burritos are assembled.
- Place the rolled burritos seam-side down in a greased baking dish. If desired, you can spread a thin layer of sour cream over the top of the burritos for added flavor and moisture.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to prevent the burritos from drying out during baking.
- Bake the burritos in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the burritos are heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Once done, remove the burritos from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the burritos warm with additional sour cream on the side, and enjoy your delicious Green Chile Chicken Burritos!
Tips
- Chicken Choice Matters: While the recipe works great with freshly cooked chicken, rotisserie chicken can be a time-saving game-changer. It adds instant flavor and cuts down on preparation time.
- Tortilla Technique: Warm your tortillas slightly before filling to make them more pliable and prevent cracking when rolling.
- Sealing Secrets: When rolling your burritos, fold in the sides first, then roll from the bottom up. This creates a tight seal that keeps all those delicious ingredients inside.
- Cheese Tip: For extra melty goodness, sprinkle some additional cheese on top of the burritos during the last 5-10 minutes of baking.
- Customize Your Creation: Feel free to add additional toppings like diced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, or a drizzle of hot sauce to personalize your burritos.
- Make-Ahead Magic: These burritos can be prepared in advance and refrigerated before baking. Just add an extra 5-10 minutes to the cooking time if baking from cold.Pro tip: Let the burritos rest for a few minutes after baking to allow the filling to set and make them easier to handle and serve!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 85mg
