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Grilled Cheese Burrito

Grilled Cheese Burrito – Beefy, Cheesy, and Seriously Satisfying!

A bold and cheesy burrito packed with seasoned beef, melty cheese, crunchy chips, and a crispy grilled-cheese wrap. Perfect for satisfying cravings!

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 burritos 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • For the Beef Filling:
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning mix
  • 2/3 cup water
  • For Assembly:
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend)
  • 1/2 cup nacho cheese sauce or queso (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup cooked rice (optional, for a heartier burrito)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup tortilla chips or seasoned corn chips (crushed slightly)
  • 6 large flour tortillas
  • For the Grilled Cheese Wrap:
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend for outside grilling)
  • Butter or oil for grilling

Instructions

  1. Cook the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and crumbled. Drain excess grease. Add the taco seasoning and water. Stir and simmer for 4–5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and coats the meat. Set aside.
  2. Warm the Tortillas: Heat tortillas briefly in the microwave or a dry skillet to make them more pliable for rolling.
  3. Assemble the Burritos: On each tortilla, layer the following in the center: a few spoonfuls of seasoned ground beef, cooked rice (optional), a drizzle of nacho cheese or queso, a spoonful of sour cream, crushed tortilla chips for crunch, and a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese. Fold in the sides and roll tightly from the bottom to form burritos.
  4. Grill the Burritos with Cheese: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of butter or oil. Sprinkle about 1/4 cup of shredded cheese directly onto the skillet in a square slightly larger than your burrito. Place a burrito seam-side down on the cheese and let it grill for 1–2 minutes until the cheese melts and crisps onto the burrito. Use a spatula to lift it carefully. Flip to grill the other side briefly if desired.
  5. Serve: Slice in half and serve hot with extra queso, salsa, or guacamole. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a late-night craving!

Notes

  • You can swap the ground beef for ground turkey or plant-based crumbles.
  • Adjust the spice level by choosing mild or spicy queso.
  • For extra crispness, grill both sides of the burrito.
  • Author: Sabrine Jay
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Lunch, Dinner
  • Method: Grilling, Skillet
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burrito
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: grilled cheese burrito, beef burrito, cheesy burrito, Tex-Mex