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Savory Smothered Ground Beef Burritos with Creamy Chipotle Delight Image

Savory Smothered Ground Beef Burritos with Creamy Chipotle Delight


  • Author: Eleanor
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 46 servings 1x

Description

Savory Smothered Ground Beef Burritos with Creamy Chipotle Delight are a delightful twist on traditional burritos, bringing smoky flavors and creamy texture to your dinner table.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound Ground Beef
  • 46 pieces Flour Tortillas
  • 23 pieces Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce
  • 1 cup Cream
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese
  • to taste Spices (Garlic Powder
  • Onion Powder
  • etc.)
  • optional Broth or Water

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add spices and chipotle peppers to the beef, stirring well to combine.
  3. Warm the flour tortillas in a separate pan until soft and pliable.
  4. Spoon the beef mixture onto each tortilla and wrap them up securely.
  5. In a blender, combine the cream with any remaining chipotle peppers and blend until smooth. Adjust with broth or water for desired consistency.
  6. Pour the sauce over the burritos in a baking dish and sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
  7. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

Feel free to substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken for a lighter option. You can also adjust the amount of chipotle peppers based on your heat preference.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop, Baked
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burrito
  • Calories: 560 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 860 mg
  • Fat: 34 g
  • Saturated Fat: 16 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
  • Trans Fat: 1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 31 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 31 g
  • Cholesterol: 115 mg

Keywords: Savory Smothered Ground Beef Burritos, Creamy Chipotle Delight, Mexican Recipe, Burrito Recipe