Description
- Discover the best baked chicken burritos recipe, loaded with cheesy green chili sauce and perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 batch Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken (see linked recipe)
- 6 burrito-sized tortillas (preferably raw/undercooked)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Olive oil or nonstick cooking spray
- For Cheesy Green Chili Sour Cream Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth, warmed
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4–1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 4 oz. can mild chopped green chilies
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Hot sauce (optional)
- Optional Toppings:
- Tomatoes, avocados/guacamole, cilantro, salsa, tortilla strips or chips
Instructions
- Prepare Mexican Chicken according to the linked recipe; drain excess liquid.
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and place a rack on top.
- Assemble burritos with ½ cup chicken filling each, cheese, and roll up. Place on the rack.
- Brush or spray burritos with oil and bake for 18-20 minutes until golden. Broil for crispiness.
- For the sauce, heat oil and butter, whisk in flour, then slowly add chicken broth. Add spices and simmer until thick. Off heat, add chilies, cheese, and sour cream. Season with hot sauce.
- Serve burritos topped with sauce and optional toppings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Servings: 6
- Calories: 650 kcal per serving
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