Creamy Smothered Ground Beef Burritos
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Creamy Smothered Ground Beef Burritos, a hearty fusion of bold Tex-Mex flavors and luscious creamy goodness. Tender flour tortillas are stuffed with a savory filling of spiced ground beef, fluffy rice, and melted cheddar cheese, then rolled, baked, and blanketed in a rich, velvety sauce infused with sour cream and green chiles. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe takes just 50 minutes from start to finish yet delivers restaurant-worthy results. Top with fresh cilantro for a burst of color and fresh flavor, and serve these irresistible burritos hot for pure cheesy, saucy satisfaction in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1.5 cups Cooked rice
- 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 Large flour tortillas
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1 4-ounce can Diced green chiles, drained
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess grease if necessary.
Stir in chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and cook for another 1-2 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the cooked rice and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Set the filling aside.
Lay out the flour tortillas and divide the beef mixture evenly onto the centers. Roll the tortillas tightly into burritos by folding in the sides and rolling up from the bottom.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and place the burritos seam-side down in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
Slowly whisk in the chicken broth, ensuring no lumps remain. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Stir in the sour cream and diced green chiles. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the sauce is smooth and heated through.
Pour the creamy sauce evenly over the burritos in the baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4086 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 255.6 g | 328% | |
| Saturated Fat | 126.7 g | 634% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 696 mg | 232% | |
| Sodium | 6367 mg | 277% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 298.6 g | 109% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.6 g | ||
| Protein | 171.6 g | 343% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 2089 mg | 161% | |
| Iron | 26.0 mg | 144% | |
| Potassium | 2390 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
