Smothered Green Chile Chicken Burritos Recipe

Smothered Green Chile Chicken Burritos features a creamy sauce and tender chicken, a perfect blend for those craving authentic Mexican comfort food.

Smothered Green Chile Chicken Burritos Recipe

These Smothered Green Chile Chicken Burritos are a homemade delight, perfect for anyone craving authentic Mexican flavors. Filled with a savory mixture of shredded chicken, spices, and cheese, each burrito is baked until crispy then lavishly covered in a homemade creamy green chile sauce. The process ensures a restaurant-quality meal, combining the comforting textures of tender chicken and melty cheese with the boldness of green chiles. Ideal for meal prep, this recipe also offers make-ahead and freezing instructions, ensuring you can have these delicious burritos at any time. Pair with your favorite sides, like authentic Mexican rice or refried beans, for a complete dining experience.

Ingredients

Chicken filling:

• 3 cups cooked chicken, chopped or shredded
• 1 1/2 cups salsa, your favorite kind
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, crushed
• 1 1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 6 large flour tortillas *
• olive oil, for brushing on burritos

Green Chile Sauce:

• 3 Tablespoons butter
• 3 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, crushed
• salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 4 ounces diced green chilies, mild
• 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
• Make the filling: Mix chicken, salsa, cumin, oregano, cheese, and onions. Place a heaping ½ cup or so of the chicken mixture in the center of each tortilla.
• Fold the sides of the tortilla in and roll up tightly like a burrito. Place seam-side down on the baking sheet. Brush lightly with olive oil or spray with non-stick cooking spray.
• Bake at 400°F for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
• Make the sauce: Meanwhile, prepare sauce by melting butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Once melted and bubbling, whisk in flour and cook, stirring constantly for about 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds. Gradually whisk in chicken broth.

• Add cumin, oregano, and a dash of salt and pepper and cook, stirring, until thickened, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in green chilies, cheese and sour cream. Tastes and add more seasonings if needed.
• Broil: Remove burritos from oven and turn the oven to HIGH broil. Ladle a spoonful of sauce over each burrito and top with a handful of shredded cheddar cheese. Broil for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese has melted.
• Serve with Authentic Mexican Rice!

Serving Suggestions

• Authentic Mexican Rice
• Cheese Enchiladas
• Homemade Horchata
• Tres Leches Cake

Tips and Tricks

• You can make the chicken filling and green chile sauce a day or two in advance. Store them separately in the fridge to simplify dinner preparation.
• After smothering the burritos with green chile sauce, top with shredded cheddar cheese and broil for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly for added richness.
• If using uncooked tortillas, there’s no need to cook them first; simply roll the filling in the tortillas and bake. They will cook perfectly in the oven.