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Grilled Cheese Burrito

Crispy Grilled Cheese Burrito: Your New Comfort Food Obsession

Discover the Grilled Cheese Burrito, a creamy and spicy comfort food perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 burritos
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey or plant-based meat for a lighter option.
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Make your own for more control over spiciness.
  • 1/4 cup Water Essential for mixing the seasoning.
For the Burrito Assembly
  • 1 cup Nacho Cheese Sauce Use any cheese sauce or blend of cheeses.
  • 1 cup Cooked Rice Quinoa or cauliflower rice are healthy alternatives.
  • 4 pieces Tortillas Opt for flour or corn tortillas.
  • 1 tbsp Chipotle Sauce Swap with hot or barbecue sauce if desired.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Tortilla Strips Can be omitted or substituted with crushed tortilla chips.
For Grilling
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Experiment with cheese types like pepper jack.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • non-stick skillet
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat over medium-high heat and add the ground beef. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it into small pieces. Drain excess fat.
  2. Lower heat to medium, sprinkle taco seasoning over the beef, stir well, add water, mix thoroughly, and let simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. On a flat surface, lay a tortilla down, spread nacho cheese sauce, layer seasoned beef, add cooked rice, drizzle chipotle sauce, top with sour cream and tortilla strips.
  4. Fold the bottom edge of the tortilla over the filling, tuck in the sides, and roll tightly.
  5. In a non-stick skillet, sprinkle shredded cheese and melt, place the burrito seam-side down, grill for 2-3 minutes, flip, and grill the other side.
  6. Transfer to a plate, cut in half, and serve hot with salsa or guacamole.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burritoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet. For freezing, wrap tightly and place in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.

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