Chile Colorado Burritos

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 14

Authentic Chile Colorado Burritos recipe for a hearty Mexican meal

by The Chefin Mexican

Prep

10 min

Cook

4-6 hours (slow cooker) + 10-15 min (oven)

Ready In

4-6 hours (slow cooker) + 25 min (oven)

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

5-7

Calories

498

Sugar

Fat

22g

Chile Colorado Burritos are a classic Mexican dish that is loved for its deep and rich flavor. Made with tender stew meat, this dish is slow-cooked in a savory sauce until it's fall-apart tender. Wrapped in a soft flour tortilla and topped with melted cheese, these burritos are delicious on their own or with a side of rice and beans. Whether you're making them for a family dinner or a casual get-together with friends, these burritos are sure to impress.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).
2.	In a slow cooker, combine the stew meat, enchilada sauce, and beef bouillon cubes. Cook on high for 4-6 hours or until meat is tender.
3.	If using refried beans, heat them on the stovetop or in the microwave.
4.	Divide the shredded cheese and refried beans (if using) evenly between the burrito-size flour tortillas.
5.	Once the meat is cooked, remove from the slow cooker and shred into bite-size pieces with a fork. Add the meat to each filled tortilla and roll them up.
6.	Place the burritos in a baking dish and top with any remaining enchilada sauce from the slow cooker. Sprinkle a little extra cheese on top if desired.
7.	Bake for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted and burritos are heated through. Serve and enjoy!

PROS

Chile Colorado Burritos are a hearty and satisfying meal that is easy to make.
With tender and flavorful meat, this dish is perfect for a cozy night in with the family.

CONS

This recipe uses stew meat, which is a tougher cut of beef that requires slow cooking in order to become tender.
The cooking time can be long, but the result is well worth it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The protein from the stew meat in this recipe can help to build and repair muscles. Enchilada sauce is made from tomato sauce, which is rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that may help to reduce the risk of certain types of cancer. Beans are also a good source of fiber and can aid in digestion.

	1 1/2 - 2 lbs stew meat
	1 can mild enchilada sauce
	2 beef bouillon cubes
	16 ounces refried beans ( optional )
	5 -7 burrito-size flour tortillas
	1 cup shredded cheddar cheese