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Slow Cooker Smothered Burritos and sour cream on a plate.
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Slow Cooker Smothered Burritos

Three ingredients is all it takes to make these super cheesy extra delicious smothered burritos right in your slow cooker!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time4 hours 30 minutes
Additional Time36 minutes
Total Time5 hours 11 minutes
Course: Crock Pot
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: 3 ingredients, crockpot, enchilada sauce,, frozen burritos, mexican cheese, slow cooker, Slow Cooker Smothered Burritos
Servings: 8 burritos
Calories: 160kcal

Equipment

  • Crock-Pot Cook & Carry 6-Quart Oval Portable Manual Slow Cooker 
  • Crock-Pot Cook & Carry 6-Quart Oval Portable Manual Slow Cooker 
  • Crock-Pot Cook & Carry 6-Quart Oval Portable Manual Slow Cooker 

Ingredients

  • 8 frozen burritos your choice of flavor
  • 2 10 ounce cans enchilada sauce your flavor choice
  • 1 pound bag shredded Mexican cheese
  • Fresh cilantro chopped for garnishing if desired

Optional Toppings

  • Lettuce, tomatoes, olives, avocado, sour cream for serving if desired

Instructions

  • Spray your slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Place half of the frozen burritos in the bottom of your slow cooker. Pour one can of enchilada sauce over the top.
  • Add the other half of the burritos. Pour second can of sauce over the top.
  • Cover and cook on low for 4 hours.
  • 30 minutes before serving, top with cheese. Cover and cook until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro and other desired toppings.

Notes

The nutrition information of this recipe is not accurate. It varies based on the brand/flavor size of the frozen burritos you choose, the sauce, and the cheese. There is no way to calculate this accurately. Please refer to the package you choose to determine calories and nutrition.
Leftovers will keep in the fridge for up to 4 days and in the freezer for up to 3 months in an airtight container. 
 
 
Adapted from Busy Day Casserole - The Devilish Dish

Nutrition

Serving: 2burritos | Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 442mg | Potassium: 53mg | Fiber: 0.004g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 334IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 652mg | Iron: 0.1mg