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Delicious grilled cheese burrito with crispy edges and melted cheese filling

Easy Grilled Cheese Burrito

A delicious and comforting burrito filled with ground beef, creamy rice, and gooey cheese, all wrapped in a crispy tortilla. Perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey or your favorite plant-based alternative)
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 2 cups cooked white rice Use leftover rice to save time
  • 1 cup sour cream (or plain yogurt or a dairy-free alternative) For a lighter sauce, use plain yogurt instead of sour cream
  • 1 cup nacho cheese sauce (jarred or homemade)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese For a sharper bite, increase the cheddar
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional) For extra melt and stretch
  • 1 tablespoon chipotle sauce Adjust quantity based on spice preference
  • 4 large flour tortillas (10–12 inch)
  • 2 tablespoons butter or oil for grilling

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high. Add the ground beef and break it up with a spatula. Cook until no pink remains. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the meat. Add a splash of water and stir. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
  3. In a large bowl, stir together the cooked rice, sour cream, nacho cheese sauce, and chipotle sauce until smooth. Fold the seasoned beef into the rice mixture.
  4. Lay a tortilla flat. Sprinkle a little cheddar and mozzarella down the center. Add a portion of the beef-rice mixture on top of the cheese. Fold the sides in, then roll the tortilla tightly. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
Cooking
  1. Warm a clean skillet over medium-low. Brush each rolled burrito lightly with butter or oil. Place seam-side down and grill until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Flip and press gently with a spatula for even browning.
  2. Transfer burritos to a cutting board. Let them rest for 2 minutes, then slice in half and serve with your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 23gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

Serve with bright, crunchy sides to cut the richness. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container within two hours of cooking. They keep well for up to 3 days. For freezing, wrap each burrito tightly in plastic wrap and then foil. Freeze for up to 2 months.

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