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Delicious grilled cheese burrito with melted cheese ooze and crispy tortilla

Irresistible Easy Grilled Cheese Burrito

This Easy Grilled Cheese Burrito combines ground beef, creamy rice, and gooey cheese, all wrapped in a golden, crisp tortilla. Perfect for quick meals or casual gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Mexican
Calories: 500

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
  • 1 cup nacho cheese sauce jarred or homemade
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese optional for extra melt
  • 1 tablespoon chipotle sauce
  • 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: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

These burritos can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for grilling later. Use a modest scoop of filling to avoid bursting the tortillas.

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