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Baked Chicken Burritos with Cheesy Green Chili Sauce

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These Baked Chicken Burritos with Cheesy Green Chili Sauce are packed with seasoned chicken and melty cheddar, then topped with a creamy, savory green chili sour cream sauce. Oven-baked to crispy perfection, they’re an easy and comforting dinner everyone loves.

Ingredients

  • 1 batch slow cooker Mexican chicken, well-drained and shredded
  • 6 burrito-sized tortillas (raw or undercooked preferred)
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • Olive oil or nonstick cooking spray
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups warm low-sodium chicken broth
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ¼–½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 ounces mild chopped green chilies (half a 4 oz can)
  • ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • Hot sauce (optional, to taste)
  • Optional Toppings: Diced tomatoes, Avocado or guacamole, Fresh cilantro, Salsa, Tortilla strips or crushed chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Use well-drained, shredded slow cooker Mexican chicken.
  2. Assemble the Burritos: Preheat oven to 400°F. Fill tortillas with about ½ cup chicken and cheddar. Roll tightly and place seam-side down on a foil-lined baking sheet with a rack.
  3. Bake the Burritos: Brush or spray with oil. Bake for 18–20 minutes until crispy. Optional: broil 2–3 minutes for extra crunch.
  4. Make the Sauce: In a saucepan, heat olive oil and butter. Whisk in flour to form a roux. Slowly add warm broth, whisking until smooth and thickened. Stir in cumin, salt, pepper, sour cream, green chilies, cheddar, and optional hot sauce.
  5. Serve: Spoon warm sauce over baked burritos and garnish with toppings of choice.

Notes

  • Use pepper jack cheese or diced jalapeños for a spicy kick.
  • Black beans, corn, or roasted peppers make a great vegetarian filling.
  • Use gluten-free tortillas and flour alternatives as needed.
  • Leftovers reheat best in the oven for crispiness.
  • Can be assembled ahead and frozen before baking.

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