Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
4 unit

chili beans

canned

1 unit

refried beans

canned

2 lb

ground beef

browned

1 unit

onion

diced

15 unit

flour tortillas

regular size

1 unit

green chilies

chopped

2 unit

cream of chicken soup

canned

1 lb

Cheddar cheese

shredded

1 lb

Co-Jack cheese

shredded

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2
~5 min

In a saucepan, combine 2 cans of cream of chicken soup with 1 can of water.

Step 3
~5 min

Add chopped green chilies to the soup mixture and heat through.

Step 4
~5 min

In a skillet, brown ground beef and onion over medium heat.

Step 5
~5 min

Drain any excess grease from the browned beef and onion mixture.

Step 6
~5 min

Add the refried beans and chili beans to the skillet with the beef and onion.

Step 7
~5 min

Mix the bean and meat mixture thoroughly.

Step 8
~5 min

Spread a small amount of the meat mixture on each flour tortilla.

Step 9
~5 min

Roll up the tortillas to form burritos.

Step 10
~5 min

Arrange a layer of burritos in a greased long cake pan.

Step 11
~5 min

Pour half of the cream of chicken soup mixture evenly over the first layer of burritos.

Step 12
~5 min

Create a second layer of burritos on top of the first.

Step 13
~5 min

Pour the remaining cream of chicken soup mixture over the second layer of burritos.

Step 14
~5 min

Top the entire casserole with shredded Cheddar cheese and Co-Jack cheese.

Step 15
~5 min

Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, approximately 50 minutes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a layer of sour cream before the cheese for extra tang.

Use different types of cheese for a varied flavor profile.

Adjust the amount of green chilies to control the spiciness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with sour cream

Serve with guacamole

Serve with salsa

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Rice
Refried Beans
Corn Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwestern USA

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, often served at gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Potlucks
Family Dinners
Game Day

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Potluck
Game Day
Family Gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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