Description
This Blooming Burrito Ring is a fun and flavorful twist on the classic burrito, perfect for sharing at gatherings. Soft flour tortillas are filled with seasoned shredded chicken, refried beans, and cheese, then arranged in a circular pattern and baked until gooey and melty. Served with salsa for dipping, it’s an easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing appetizer or main dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Fillings
- 4-5 cups shredded chicken
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- ½ cup water
- 15 ounce can refried beans
- 1 cup shredded cheese (divided)
Other
- 10 soft taco-size flour tortillas
- Nonstick cooking spray
- Salsa for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Warm your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the burrito ring.
- Season Chicken: In a bowl, combine shredded chicken with the taco seasoning and ½ cup water, mixing well to ensure chicken is evenly coated and flavorful.
- Prepare Tortillas: Slice each of the 10 flour tortillas into halves, giving you 20 pieces total to work with.
- Fill Tortillas: On the center of each tortilla half, spoon a small amount of refried beans, seasoned chicken, and a little shredded cheese.
- Roll Tortillas: Carefully roll each tortilla half into a neat cone shape, enclosing the filling securely.
- Arrange in Pan: Spray a pie dish or skillet with nonstick spray. Place a small bowl in the center as a guide. Arrange the rolled tortilla cones snugly and upright around the bowl, forming a ring.
- First Cheese Layer: Sprinkle half of the remaining shredded cheese over the arranged tortilla cones to help bind and add extra flavor.
- Add Second Layer: Add a second set of tortilla cones on top of the cheese and sprinkle the remaining cheese over this layer.
- Remove Bowl & Bake: Carefully remove the guiding bowl from the center. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tortillas are warm.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve immediately with a bowl of salsa in the center for dipping.
Notes
- You can substitute shredded rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Use mild or spicy taco seasoning depending on your heat preference.
- For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with seasoned sautéed vegetables and use a vegetarian refried bean variety.
- Ensure the tortilla cones are tightly rolled so fillings don’t spill during baking.
- Serve with additional toppings like sour cream, guacamole, or chopped cilantro if desired.
