Description
Craving a flavorful, hearty meal that practically cooks itself? These Crock Pot Smothered Burritos are packed with tender beef, gooey cheese, and rich enchilada sauce – all slow-cooked to perfection. Perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or satisfying a Mexican food craving without the hassle. Let your slow cooker do all the work while you enjoy bold flavors and comforting textures.
Ingredients
- 2 lb stew meat
- 1 can (28 oz) red enchilada sauce
- 1 can (4 oz) green chiles
- ½ onion, chopped
- 1 tsp taco seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 6 burrito-size flour tortillas
- 1 can (16 oz) refried beans
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Add stew meat, enchilada sauce, green chiles, chopped onion, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper to your crock pot.
- Cover and cook:
- On low for 6–8 hours, or
- On high for 3–4 hours, until meat is tender.
- Microwave the refried beans until warm.
- Lay out flour tortillas. Spread a spoonful of refried beans on each.
- Top with cooked beef from the crock pot and sprinkle cheddar cheese over the filling.
- Roll the tortillas tightly into burritos.
- Remove any leftover sauce from the crock pot and pour into a bowl.
- Place burritos into the crock pot.
- Drizzle the reserved sauce over the burritos.
- Sprinkle with the remaining shredded cheese.
- Cover and cook on high for 20 minutes, just until the burritos are heated through and the cheese is melted.
Notes
Serving Tips
- Top with your favorites: Add sour cream, guacamole, chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, or sliced jalapeños right before serving for extra flavor and texture.
- Serve with sides: Pair these burritos with Spanish rice, Mexican street corn, a crisp green salad, or tortilla chips and salsa for a complete meal.
- Make it a platter: Place burritos on a serving dish and drizzle with additional enchilada sauce and cheese. Garnish with lime wedges and chopped green onions.
- Add a crunch: A side of coleslaw or pickled onions adds a great contrast to the creamy, cheesy filling.
- Meal prep tip: Assemble the burritos in advance and reheat just before serving for an easy weeknight dinner or party meal.
Storage Tips
- Refrigerator: Store leftover burritos in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Wrap individual burritos tightly in foil or plastic wrap, then place in a freezer bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. Leave off the sauce and cheese topping before freezing.
- Reheating (microwave): Heat individual burritos covered loosely with a damp paper towel for 1–2 minutes or until hot.
- Reheating (oven): Place burritos in a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 15–20 minutes, or until warmed through.
- Sauce tip: If freezing, store extra sauce separately and add after reheating to keep the tortillas from becoming soggy.
- Batch prep: Make a double batch, freeze one, and have a homemade meal ready for another night with no extra work.