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Baked Chicken Burritos

Delicious baked burritos filled with seasoned chicken, creamy cheese, and flavorful spices, perfect for dinner or gatherings.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped green pepper
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons chopped jalapeno pepper, optional
  • 1 can (15 ounces) chili with beans
  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
  • 8 cups cubed cooked chicken
  • 24 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed
  • 6 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
  • Salsa, optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat until melted.
  3. Add onion and green pepper; cook and stir until tender.
  4. Stir in flour until blended with butter and vegetables.
  5. Slowly pour in chicken broth, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
  6. Bring to a boil, stirring for about 2 minutes.
  7. Reduce heat and stir in diced tomatoes, spices, and jalapeno; cook for about 5 minutes.
  8. Add chili and cream cheese; stir until cream cheese is melted.
  9. Stir in cooked chicken until well combined.
  10. Spoon about 1/2 cup of filling into the center of each warm tortilla.
  11. Sprinkle each with 1/4 cup cheese.
  12. Fold bottom and sides of tortilla over filling, then roll tightly.
  13. Place rolled burritos in greased baking dishes.
  14. Bake covered for 35-40 minutes or until heated through.

Notes

Baked Chicken Burritos can be served with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Chicken

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burrito
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: baked burritos, chicken burritos, Mexican dinner, comfort food