Description

Delicious Smothered Baked Chicken Burritos featuring shredded chicken, rice, black beans, and cheese wrapped in flour tortillas, baked to perfection with a creamy enchilada sauce topping. This hearty and flavorful meal is perfect for a family dinner and easy to prepare within 45 minutes.

Ingredients

Filling

2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works well)
1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or Mexican-style)
1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1/2 cup salsa
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
Salt and pepper to taste

Assembly and Topping

6 large flour tortillas
1 cup red enchilada sauce
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat and prepare dish: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large baking dish to prevent sticking.
Mix filling: In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, cooked rice, black beans, half of the shredded cheese, salsa, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices and ingredients.
Assemble burritos: Lay out the flour tortillas flat. Spoon an equal portion of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla. Roll each tortilla tightly and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
Prepare sauce topping: In a small bowl, mix the red enchilada sauce with the sour cream until smooth. Pour this creamy sauce evenly over the arranged burritos in the baking dish.
Add cheese and cover: Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top of the sauced burritos. Cover the dish with aluminum foil to retain moisture while baking.
Bake covered: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake covered for 20 minutes to heat through and allow flavors to meld.
Finish baking uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese on top is bubbly and golden brown.
Garnish and serve: Remove from oven and sprinkle with chopped cilantro if desired. Serve warm and enjoy your smothered baked chicken burritos.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker preparation time.
Feel free to substitute the black beans with pinto beans or refried beans for variation.
Adjust the level of salsa and spices according to your taste preference.
For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or hot sauce into the filling.
Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven or microwave.