Bean Burritos Smothered in Green Chile Pork (Comfort Food Classic)

If you’re craving bold Southwestern flavor, these Bean Burritos Smothered in Green Chile Pork are the ultimate comfort food. Tender shredded pork simmered in roasted green chile sauce is poured over hearty bean burritos and finished with melty cheese. It’s warm, filling, and perfect for family dinners or meal prep.

This recipe combines slow-cooked green chile pork with creamy refried beans and soft flour tortillas — then smothers everything in a savory, spicy sauce.

🌶️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Classic New Mexico–style flavor

• Rich, smoky green chile pork sauce

• Budget-friendly ingredients

• Great for leftovers and freezing

• Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings

🛒 Ingredients

For the Green Chile Pork

• 2 lbs pork shoulder, cubed

• 1 tbsp vegetable oil

• 1 small onion, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 cups roasted green chiles (Hatch or Anaheim)

• 1 tsp cumin

• 1 tsp oregano

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 2 cups chicken broth

For the Burritos

• 2 cups refried beans

• 6–8 large flour tortillas

• 1½ cups shredded Monterey Jack or Cheddar cheese

Optional Toppings

• Sour cream

• Chopped cilantro

• Diced tomatoes

• Sliced jalapeños

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Green Chile Pork

1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.

2. Brown the pork cubes on all sides. Remove and set aside.

3. In the same pot, sauté onion until soft. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.

4. Stir in green chiles, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.

5. Return pork to the pot and add chicken broth.

6. Simmer covered for 1½–2 hours until pork is tender and shreddable.

7. Shred the pork in the sauce.

Step 2: Assemble the Burritos

1. Warm the tortillas.

2. Spread refried beans down the center.

3. Roll into burritos and place seam-side down in a baking dish.

Step 3: Smother & Bake

1. Pour the green chile pork sauce over the burritos.

2. Sprinkle with shredded cheese.

3. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes until bubbly and golden.

🌯 Serving Suggestions

Serve with:

• Mexican rice

• Fresh salad

• Corn on the cob

• Tortilla chips & salsa