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Grilled Cheese Burrito

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This Grilled Cheese Burrito is packed with seasoned beef, nacho cheese, and a creamy chipotle sauce, wrapped in a soft tortilla and grilled with crispy melted cheese on the outside. A perfect Taco Bell copycat or homemade comfort meal!

Ingredients

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For the Burrito Filling
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 packet (or 2 tablespoons) taco seasoning
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 cup cooked rice (optional, for extra filling)
  • ½ cup nacho cheese sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup tortilla strips (or crushed tortilla chips)
For the Chipotle Sauce (Optional)
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle powder (or adobo sauce from canned chipotles)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Pinch of salt
For the Outer Grilled Cheese Layer

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for the outside)
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 tablespoon butter (for grilling)

Instructions

1. Make the Beef Filling
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
  3. Drain excess grease, then stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
2. Make the Chipotle Sauce (Optional)
  1. In a small bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, chipotle powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt. Set aside.
3. Assemble the Burritos
  1. Lay out a large tortilla and spread 2 tablespoons of nacho cheese sauce in the center.
  2. Add ¼ cup of seasoned beef, a spoonful of rice (if using), a sprinkle of cheddar & Monterey Jack cheese, and a handful of tortilla strips for crunch.
  3. Drizzle with chipotle sauce and a spoonful of sour cream.
  4. Fold the sides in and roll tightly into a burrito.
4. Grill the Cheese on the Outside
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt butter.
  2. Sprinkle ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese directly onto the pan in a rectangle shape.
  3. Place the burrito seam-side down onto the cheese. Press gently and cook for 2–3 minutes until golden and crispy.
  4. Flip and repeat on the other side for extra cheesy goodness.
5. Serve & Enjoy
  1. Slice in half and serve warm with salsa, guacamole, or extra chipotle sauce!
Storage & Reheating

  • Store leftovers in foil or an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in a skillet over medium heat or in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes.

Notes


  • Swap ground beef for chicken or black beans for a different twist.
  • Use spicy nacho cheese sauce for extra heat.
  • For extra crunch, add pickled jalapeños or diced onions inside.

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