Smothered Burritos

 

Ingredients:

For the Burritos:

• 1.5 pounds ground beef or shredded cooked chicken
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 4 large flour tortillas

For the Green Chile Sauce:

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

For Toppings:

• Shredded lettuce
• Diced tomatoes
• Shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
• Guacamole
• Sour cream

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Filling:

• In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and garlic, sauté until softened.
• Add ground beef or shredded chicken, breaking it apart, and cooking until browned.
• Stir in ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
• Add black beans and cooked rice. Mix well and cook until heated through. Remove from heat.

2. Assemble the Burritos:

• Divide the filling equally among the large flour tortillas.
• Fold in the sides of each tortilla and then roll them up tightly to form burritos.

3. Prepare the Green Chile Sauce:

• In a saucepan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.
• Stir in the flour to create a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned.
• Gradually whisk in the chicken or vegetable broth to avoid lumps.
• Add diced green chilies, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Simmer until the sauce thickens.

4. Smother the Burritos:

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Place the assembled burritos in a baking dish.
• Pour the green chile sauce over the burritos, ensuring they are well-covered.
• Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.

5. Bake:

• Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

6. Serve:

• Carefully transfer the smothered burritos to plates.
• Top each burrito with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, a dollop of guacamole, and a spoonful of sour cream.

Enjoy your delicious smothered burritos with green chile sauce and all the tasty toppings!