Description
Hearty Mexican-inspired Cheesy Beefy Burrito Delight promises a flavor explosion of rich beef, melted cheese, and zesty spices. Wrapped in a warm tortilla, this satisfying meal brings home the authentic taste of comfort cooking you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein and Vegetables:
- 1 pound (lb) / 454 grams ground beef
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasoning and Liquid Components:
- 1 packet taco seasoning (1 ounce / 28 grams)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup salsa
Dairy, Cheese, and Bread Components:
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup sour cream (for serving)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Brown beef in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it into crumbles. Drain excess grease thoroughly.
- Incorporate finely chopped onions and minced garlic into the beef, sautéing until vegetables become translucent and fragrant.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning over the meat mixture, then pour in water. Allow the sauce to simmer and reduce for approximately 5 minutes until it thickens and coats the beef.
- Warm tortillas slightly to increase flexibility. Distribute cooked rice evenly across each tortilla’s center.
- Layer the seasoned beef mixture atop the rice, ensuring balanced distribution. Generously sprinkle shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses over the filling.
- Carefully roll each tortilla into a compact burrito, tucking in sides to prevent filling from escaping. Position seam-side down in a prepared baking dish.
- Drizzle salsa across the burritos, creating a light coating. Add an extra handful of cheese on top for enhanced melting.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake burritos for 20 minutes until cheese becomes golden and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro and serve alongside cool sour cream.
Notes
- Customize seasoning by mixing your own blend of spices for a unique flavor profile that cuts down on processed taco mixes.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles to create a lighter, leaner protein option for health-conscious eaters.
- Add diced bell peppers or black beans to the beef mixture for extra nutrition and texture without compromising the burrito’s delicious taste.
- Make ahead and freeze these burritos for quick weeknight meals by wrapping individually in foil before baking, extending meal prep convenience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg