Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of a Grilled Cheese Burrito, inspired by Taco Bell’s favorite! This mouthwatering recipe combines seasoned ground beef, creamy nacho cheese, and fluffy Mexican rice, all wrapped in a soft tortilla and grilled to perfection with gooey melted cheese on the outside. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a late-night snack, this burrito is not just a meal; it’s a flavorful experience that will impress family and friends alike. Customize it with your favorite toppings like guacamole or salsa for an extra burst of flavor. Get ready to enjoy a cheesy delight that’s easy to make and irresistibly tasty!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 envelope taco seasoning
- ¼ cup water
- 15 ounces Rico’s nacho cheese sauce
- 2 cups prepared Mexican rice
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon chipotle sauce
- Sour cream (for topping)
- Tortilla strips (for crunch)
- 4 burrito-sized tortillas
- 2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
Instructions
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, brown the lean ground beef until fully cooked; drain.
- Add taco seasoning and water to the drained beef; cook for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise with chipotle sauce until well combined.
- Assemble each burrito by layering nacho cheese, seasoned beef, and Mexican rice in each tortilla. Evenly distribute the chipotle sauce among them.
- Top with sour cream and tortilla strips before securely folding each burrito.
- In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, sprinkle ¼ cup shredded cheese. Place burritos seam side down and cook until cheese is browned and adhered.
- Flip burritos and sprinkle another ¼ cup of cheese; cook until both sides are golden brown.
- Serve hot and enjoy your delicious creation!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg