These Chili Verde Burritos with Hatch Green Chile Sauce are a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender slow-cooked meat with a vibrant green chile sauce. Wrapped inside warm flour tortillas and topped with fresh, creamy garnishes, these burritos deliver a satisfying blend of smoky, savory, and slightly spicy flavors. The highlight of this recipe is the Hatch green chile sauce, which infuses the shredded beef with rich flavor as it cooks slowly for hours.
This recipe is ideal for family dinners, gatherings, or meal preparation for the week. The slow cooking process allows the meat to become incredibly tender while absorbing the aromatic sauce made with green chiles, cilantro, garlic, and spices. Once everything is assembled inside soft tortillas, the burritos become a hearty and comforting meal that can be served immediately or wrapped and saved for later.
Recipe Information
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
8 hours
Total Time
8 hours 10 minutes
Servings
6 servings
Ingredients
For the Meat and Sauce
- 3 lbs beef loin
- 20 oz Hatch green chiles (fresh-roasted or canned)
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 oz ancho chili seasoning
For the Burritos
- Large flour tortillas (burrito-size)
Optional Toppings
- Sour cream
- Shredded cheese
- Diced onion
- Extra fresh cilantro
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Hatch Green Chile Sauce
Begin by preparing the flavorful green chile sauce that will cook together with the meat. This sauce forms the base of the entire recipe and is responsible for the rich, bold taste of the burritos.
Place the Hatch green chiles into a blender. If you are using fresh roasted chiles, ensure they are peeled and ready to blend. Add the fresh cilantro bunch to the blender along with the minced garlic. Sprinkle in the salt and the ancho chili seasoning.
Secure the lid on the blender and blend the ingredients until they form a smooth and consistent sauce. The mixture should become vibrant green with a slightly thick texture. If necessary, stop the blender and scrape down the sides to ensure everything blends evenly.
Once blended, set the sauce aside. This aromatic mixture will soon infuse the meat with flavor during the slow cooking process.
Step 2: Slow Cook the Beef
Place the beef loin directly into the slow cooker, positioning it flat so that it cooks evenly.
Pour the freshly blended Hatch green chile sauce over the beef, making sure the meat is well coated and mostly submerged in the sauce. The sauce will slowly penetrate the meat while it cooks, creating a deep and savory flavor.
Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on low heat. Allow the beef to cook slowly for approximately 8 hours. During this time, the meat will gradually become extremely tender as it absorbs the chile sauce.
When the cooking time is complete, the beef should be soft enough to easily pull apart with a fork. Using two forks, gently shred the beef directly in the slow cooker. Mix the shredded meat with the remaining sauce so every piece becomes coated in the flavorful chile mixture.
Step 3: Warm the Tortillas
Before assembling the burritos, prepare the tortillas so they are soft and flexible.
Place the large flour tortillas on a warm skillet over medium heat and heat them briefly on each side until they become warm and pliable. Alternatively, you may warm them in the microwave for a few seconds.
Warming the tortillas is important because it prevents them from tearing during the rolling process and ensures they wrap easily around the filling.
Step 4: Assemble the Burritos
Lay one warmed tortilla flat on a clean surface.
Spoon a generous portion of the shredded beef and green chile mixture into the center of the tortilla. Be careful not to overfill the tortilla so it can still be wrapped easily.
Add your desired toppings on top of the beef. A spoonful of sour cream adds a creamy contrast to the spicy sauce. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the filling so it melts slightly from the heat of the meat. Add diced onions for a fresh crunch and finish with extra chopped cilantro for a burst of herbal flavor.
Step 5: Wrap and Serve
To wrap the burrito, fold the sides of the tortilla inward toward the center. Then fold the bottom edge over the filling and roll the tortilla forward tightly to create a compact burrito.
Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling until all burritos are assembled.
Serve the burritos immediately while they are warm. If you are preparing them in advance or transporting them for a gathering, you can wrap each burrito in foil to keep it warm and secure.
These hearty Chili Verde Burritos are perfect for a filling meal, offering tender shredded beef, bold green chile flavor, and a satisfying combination of textures in every bite.