Smothered Green Chile Bean Burrito

These Smothered Green Chile Bean Burritos are packed with creamy refried beans, wrapped in soft flour tortillas, and covered in a rich green chile sauce and melted cheese. They’re hearty, comforting, and perfect for a satisfying Mexican-inspired dinner.

Ingredients

For the Burritos

• 6 large flour tortillas
• 2 cans (16 oz each) refried beans
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

For the Green Chile Sauce

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 can (7 oz) diced green chiles
• ½ teaspoon cumin
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Toppings

• Extra shredded cheese
• Chopped cilantro
• Sour cream
• Diced tomatoes
• Sliced jalapeños

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Green Chile Sauce

1. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
2. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
3. Slowly whisk in the broth until smooth.
4. Add the green chiles, cumin, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
5. Simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Step 2: Prepare the Bean Filling

1. In a saucepan, warm the refried beans over medium-low heat.
2. Stir in the cumin and garlic powder.
3. Cook until heated through.

Step 3: Assemble the Burritos

1. Warm the tortillas until pliable.
2. Divide the bean mixture among the tortillas.
3. Sprinkle a little cheese over the beans.
4. Fold in the sides and roll tightly into burritos.

Step 4: Bake

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Place the burritos seam-side down in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
3. Pour the green chile sauce evenly over the burritos.
4. Top with the remaining cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.

Step 5: Finish and Serve

1. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
2. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes.
3. Garnish with cilantro, sour cream, tomatoes, and jalapeños.

Tips for the Best Burritos

• Add seasoned ground beef or shredded chicken for extra protein.
• Use roasted Hatch green chiles for authentic Southwestern flavor.
• Warm tortillas before rolling to prevent cracking.
• For extra creaminess, add a few spoonfuls of sour cream to the beans.

Storage

• Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days.
• Freeze assembled burritos before adding sauce for up to 2 months.
• Reheat covered in the oven until hot.

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6