Easy Beef Green Chili Burros
Satisfy your cravings with these Easy Beef Green Chili Burros, a comforting blend of bold flavors wrapped in a soft flour tortilla. This quick and hearty recipe features perfectly seasoned ground beef cooked with garlic, onion, and mild green chilies, creating a mouthwatering filling that's simmered to perfection. Layered with warm refried beans and melty shredded cheese, these burros are easy to make and endlessly customizable with toppings like sour cream, salsa, and fresh cilantro. Whether you're preparing a casual family dinner or a quick weeknight meal, these burritos come together in just 40 minutes and will quickly become a household favorite. Packed with Tex-Mex flair, they're perfect for taco night, meal prep, or any time you’re craving a flavorful and satisfying dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 ounces green chilies, diced (canned or fresh)
- 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 pieces flour tortillas (large)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for topping)
- 0.5 cup salsa (optional, for topping)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess grease if necessary.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened.
Stir in the diced green chilies, tomato sauce, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Warm the refried beans in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally. Alternatively, heat them in the microwave in a microwave-safe bowl until warm.
Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 10-15 seconds per side, or wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20-30 seconds to make them pliable.
Assemble the burros by spreading a layer of refried beans in the center of each tortilla. Top with a generous spoonful of the beef and green chili mixture, then sprinkle shredded cheese over the filling.
Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll it up tightly from the bottom to create a burrito. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
Optional: For a warm, crispy finish, place the wrapped burros seam-side down in a hot skillet and toast for 1-2 minutes per side until lightly browned.
Serve the burros warm with sour cream, salsa, and chopped cilantro on top if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3180 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 173.5 g | 222% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.2 g | 386% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 501 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 5919 mg | 257% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 254.4 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.8 g | 114% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.7 g | ||
| Protein | 159.0 g | 318% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1490 mg | 115% | |
| Iron | 26.8 mg | 149% | |
| Potassium | 3624 mg | 77% | |
*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.
