why make this recipe
This Grilled Cheese Burrito is fast, tasty, and filling. It mixes beef, rice, sauces, and two cheeses for a rich bite. If you like simple comfort food, this one makes a great weeknight meal. Learn more about burrito basics in this guide: breakfast burritos guide.
introduction
The Grilled Cheese Burrito is a warm burrito with a crispy cheese crust. It has seasoned beef, rice, creamy sauces, and melted cheddar and mozzarella. You make it on a skillet so the outside gets golden and crunchy while the inside stays gooey. For tips on easy homemade burritos, see this helpful page: how to make a healthy breakfast burrito at home.
how to make Grilled Cheese Burrito
- Cook the beef with taco seasoning and mix with rice and sauces.
- Warm tortillas so they fold easily.
- Layer rice, beef, sauces, and cheeses on each tortilla.
- Fold into burritos and grill in a skillet with extra shredded cheese to form a crispy crust.
- Cook each side 3–4 minutes until golden and cheese is melted.
Ingredients :
- 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
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 4 large flour tortillas
- Butter or oil for grilling
Directions :
- Cook the Beef: Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat for 8-10 minutes. Drain excess grease. Add taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water, then simmer for 5 minutes.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat the tortillas on a dry skillet or in the microwave to make them flexible.
- Assemble the Burrito: Lay a tortilla flat and layer with rice, seasoned beef, nacho cheese, chipotle sauce, and sour cream. Top with shredded cheddar and mozzarella.
- Grill the Burrito: Heat a clean skillet and sprinkle 2 tbsp of shredded cheese. Place the burrito seam-side down and cook until the cheese melts and forms a crispy crust, about 3-4 minutes per side. Serve hot with extra sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.
how to serve Grilled Cheese Burrito
Serve hot right after grilling so the crust stays crispy and the inside is gooey. Cut in half to show the melted cheese. Offer sides like salsa, guacamole, or more sour cream.
how to store Grilled Cheese Burrito
Cool the burrito to room temperature. Wrap tightly in foil or plastic wrap and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet or oven to keep the crust crisp. For longer storage, freeze wrapped burritos up to 2 months and reheat from frozen in the oven.
tips to make Grilled Cheese Burrito
- Use warm tortillas so they fold without tearing.
- Drain beef well to keep fillings from getting soggy.
- Sprinkle extra cheese on the skillet to build a crispy cheese crust.
- Press gently while grilling to sear the outside evenly.
- For milder heat, reduce the chipotle sauce. For more heat, add jalapeños.
More simple burrito tips here: breakfast burritos guide.
variation (if any)
- Swap ground beef for shredded chicken, pork, or a plant-based meat.
- Use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a different texture.
- Add beans, corn, or bell peppers for extra veggies.
- Try different cheeses like pepper jack or Monterey jack.
FAQs
Q: Can I make these ahead and reheat?
A: Yes. Wrap and store in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in a skillet or oven.
Q: Can I skip the rice?
A: Yes. You can leave out the rice or replace it with beans or extra cheese.
Q: How do I keep the burrito from falling apart?
A: Warm the tortilla, don’t overfill, and fold tightly. Grill seam-side down first to seal.
Q: Can I use low-fat cheese or sauces?
A: Yes. Use low-fat cheese and light sour cream to reduce calories.
Q: Is this spicy?
A: It can be. The chipotle and taco seasoning add heat. Use less chipotle or mild seasoning to lower spice.
Conclusion
If you want to compare a popular version, check the original Grilled Cheese Burrito at Taco Bell: Grilled Cheese Burrito | Taco Bell®.
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Grilled Cheese Burrito
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: None
Description
A fast and tasty burrito filled with seasoned beef, rice, creamy sauces, and two kinds of cheese, all wrapped in a golden, crispy tortilla.
Ingredients
- 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
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 4 large flour tortillas
- Butter or oil for grilling
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat for 8-10 minutes. Drain excess grease and add taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water, then simmer for 5 minutes.
- Heat the tortillas on a dry skillet or in the microwave to make them flexible.
- Lay a tortilla flat and layer with rice, seasoned beef, nacho cheese, chipotle sauce, and sour cream. Top with shredded cheddar and mozzarella.
- Heat a clean skillet and sprinkle 2 tbsp of shredded cheese. Place the burrito seam-side down and cook until the cheese melts and forms a crispy crust, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Notes
Serve hot with extra sour cream, salsa, or guacamole. For milder heat, reduce the chipotle sauce; for more heat, add jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: burrito, grilled cheese, beef, comfort food, easy recipes