Green Chili Beef Burritos
Packed with bold Southwestern flavors, these Green Chili Beef Burritos are the ultimate comfort food for spice lovers. Tender, slow-cooked beef chuck roast is smothered in a rich, savory green chili sauce made with canned diced green chilies, green enchilada sauce, and aromatic spices like cumin. The shredded beef is then wrapped in warm flour tortillas, topped with melty cheddar cheese, and baked to perfection. Easy to customize with sour cream and fresh cilantro, this recipe combines satisfying, melt-in-your-mouth textures with a hint of zesty heat in every bite. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a flavorful meal prep option, these burritos will become your go-to craving crusher. Keywords: green chili beef burritos, slow-cooked beef burritos, comfort food, Southwestern recipe, cheesy burritos, spicy beef burritos.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Beef chuck roast (or stew meat)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 4-ounce cans Canned diced green chilies
- 1 15-ounce can Canned green enchilada sauce
- 1 cup Beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 6 large Flour tortillas
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Sour cream (optional, for serving)
- 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Season the beef chuck roast generously with salt and black pepper.
Sear the beef in the hot oil until browned on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the beef and set it aside.
In the same pot, reduce the heat to medium and add the diced onion. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the canned diced green chilies, green enchilada sauce, and beef broth to the pot. Stir in the ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Return the seared beef to the pot, ensuring it is submerged in the liquid. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Cover the pot with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Allow the beef to cook slowly for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until it is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
Remove the beef from the pot and shred it into bite-sized pieces using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the pot and stir to coat it in the green chili sauce.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Warm the flour tortillas in the microwave or on a skillet for easy rolling.
Place a portion of the beef mixture in the center of each tortilla, top with a generous sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese, and roll the tortilla tightly to form a burrito.
Arrange the burritos seam-side down in a baking dish. Pour any remaining green chili sauce from the pot over the top of the burritos and sprinkle with additional cheese if desired.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a couple of minutes. Serve warm with sour cream and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
753 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.0 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.8 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 145 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 1644 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.1 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 38.7 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 451 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 598 mg | 13% | |
*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.
