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Baked Chicken Burritos with Creamy Green Chile Sauce

Baked Chicken Burritos with Creamy Green Chile Sauce
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These Baked Chicken Burritos with Creamy Green Chile Sauce combine tender shredded chicken, melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, and a rich, mildly spicy green chile sauce for a comforting, flavorful meal that’s quick to prepare and perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or heavy cream (for sauce)
  • 4 roasted green chiles (fresh or canned), peeled and seeded
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • Salt, to taste

Optional Ingredients

  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Diced jalapeños (for extra spice)
  • Cream cheese or pepper jack cheese (for extra creaminess and spice)
  • Shredded cabbage or diced bell peppers (for added crunch)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Green Chile Sauce: Roast fresh or canned green chiles until slightly charred, then blend them with sour cream or heavy cream, garlic, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy. This sauce creates a perfect balance of creaminess and mildly smoky heat that ties the burritos together.
  2. Cook the Filling: Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat and sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent. Add shredded chicken along with cumin, paprika, and chili powder. Stir well and cook until the mixture is heated through and the spices are fully infused.
  3. Assemble the Burritos: Warm the tortillas to prevent cracking. Lay each tortilla flat and spoon a generous amount of the chicken filling down the center. Drizzle green chile sauce over the filling and sprinkle with the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend. Fold in the sides and roll carefully to enclose the fillings.
  4. Bake to Perfection: Place the assembled burritos seam-side down in a baking dish. Pour the remaining green chile sauce over the top and sprinkle extra cheese. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for approximately 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.

Notes

  • Warm tortillas before assembling to prevent cracking and make rolling easier.
  • Use plenty of creamy green chile sauce to keep burritos moist and flavorful.
  • A mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses offers great meltability and rich flavor.
  • Roasting fresh green chiles adds a smoky depth not achievable with canned chiles.
  • Seal burritos tightly to keep fillings inside and maintain shape during baking.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat covered to retain moisture.
  • Freeze individually wrapped burritos for up to 2 months; thaw overnight before reheating in the oven.

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