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Taco Bell Smothered Burrito
Sophia smith

Taco Bell Smothered Burrito Recipe

This homemade Taco Bell Smothered Burrito recipe is a hearty, flavour-packed Tex-Mex dish filled with seasoned chicken, rice, beans, and cheese, then drenched in a creamy enchilada sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend cravings!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 Burritos
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 ½ lb chicken breast (cut into strips)
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 1 small white onion (diced)
  • 1 oz taco seasoning
  • ½ cup water
  • `2 cups 5-minute instant white rice
  • Cumin and parsley flakes (for seasoning the rice)
  • 16 oz Taco Bell’s refried beans
  • 8 large flour tortillas
Smothered Cheese Sauce
  • 8 oz 8 oz Velveeta cheese (cubed)
  • 10 oz 10 oz green chili enchilada sauce
Toppings
  • ½ cup ½ cup sour cream
  • Fresh lettuce and tomatoes (optional, for garnish)

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Notes

Required Kitchen Tools

When making Taco Bell’s smothered burrito at home, having the right tools helps keep things smooth and stress-free:
  1. Large Skillet or Cast-Iron Pan – For cooking the chicken and onions.
  2. Medium Saucepan – Perfect for heating beans and making the cheesy enchilada sauce.
  3. Mixing Spoon & Spatula – To stir, sauté, and fold everything together.
  4. Sharp Knife & Cutting Board – Essential for slicing chicken and chopping veggies.
  5. Microwave or Tortilla Warmer – To keep tortillas soft and flexible for wrapping.