Smothered Ground Beef Burritos with Creamy Chipotle Sauce
Smothered Ground Beef Burritos are filled with seasoned beef, wrapped in flour tortillas, topped with creamy chipotle sauce and cheddar cheese.Bake until bubbly and golden for an easy family dinner.Ready in about 50 minutes and perfect for meal prep.
Ingredients
For the Burritos
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 –6 flour tortillas
For the Sauce
- 2 –3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Optional broth or water for thinning
For the Topping
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, combine the cream, chopped chipotle peppers, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes while stirring until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 7–10 minutes until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Warm the tortillas for about 20 seconds to make them easier to roll.
- Divide the cooked beef evenly among the tortillas. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in a lightly greased baking dish.
- Pour the creamy chipotle sauce evenly over the Smothered Ground Beef Burritos.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
- Serve immediately with your favorite toppings like cilantro, diced tomatoes, sour cream, or sliced avocado.
Notes
- Garnish with chopped cilantro, green onions, or fresh jalapeños.
- Serve alongside Mexican rice, refried beans, or fresh guacamole.
- Swap cheddar for Monterey Jack or a Mexican cheese blend.
- For extra creaminess, drizzle additional warm chipotle sauce before serving.