The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Baked Burritos: A Flavorful and Easy Mexican-Inspired Dish

Ingredientes

• 1 – 1.5 lbs ground beef (or ground chicken for a lighter option)
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 packet of Sazon (adds a rich, slightly smoky flavor)
• 1 teaspoon tomato bouillon seasoning (enhances the depth of the sauce)
• 1 teaspoon adobo with pepper seasoning (for a subtle kick of spice)
• 4 oz can mild diced green chilis (adds a mild heat and tangy flavor)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 28 oz can red enchilada sauce, divided
• 1 cup shredded whole milk mozzarella
• 12-15 fajita-size flour tortillas
• 8 oz freshly shredded colby jack cheese
• 3 – 4 cups cooked rice (made in a rice cooker for convenience)
• 10 oz can Rotel mild diced tomatoes and green chilis, mostly drained
• Salt & cracked black pepper, to taste

Preparación

1. 1

   Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, chopped onion, chopped garlic, Sazon, tomato bouillon, adobo seasoning, and diced green chilis.

3. 3

   Transfer the mixture into the heated pan, breaking up the beef with a wooden spatula as it cooks. Sauté until the meat is fully browned.

4. 4

   Once browned, use a paper towel to absorb about half of the excess oil in the pan.

5. 5

   Pour in ½ cup of enchilada sauce and stir well.

6. 6

   Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the top, cover with a lid, and let the cheese melt. Remove from heat once the cheese is fully melted.

7. 7

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

8. 8

   In a 9×13-inch baking dish, pour 1 cup of enchilada sauce to create a base layer.

9. 9

   Take a fajita-size tortilla, add a spoonful of the cheesy meat mixture, and roll it up tightly.

10. 10

    Place each burrito seam-side down in the dish.

11. 11

    Once all the burritos are in the dish, pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the top.

12. 12

    Sprinkle shredded colby jack cheese generously over the burritos.

13. 13

    Bake for 25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.