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Delicious grilled cheese burrito filled with melted cheese and savory ingredients

Grilled Cheese Burrito

A warm, crispy burrito filled with savory beef, zesty sauces, and melted cheese, perfect for cozy nights or gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup cooked white rice
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup nacho cheese sauce
  • 1/4 cup chipotle sauce Add more for extra spiciness
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
For assembly
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • Butter or oil for grilling

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Drain excess grease, add taco seasoning and 1/4 cup of water, then simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
Assembly
  1. Lay a tortilla flat and layer with rice, seasoned beef, nacho cheese, chipotle sauce, and sour cream.
  2. Top with shredded cheddar and mozzarella.
Grilling
  1. Heat a clean skillet and sprinkle 2 tbsp of shredded cheese.
  2. Place the burrito seam-side down and cook until the cheese melts and forms a crispy crust.
  3. Flip and repeat on the other side.

Notes

Serve with a side of nachos or fresh salad. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for 2 months. Reheat for the best texture.