Best Grilled Cheese Burrito

 

Here’s the ultimate Grilled Cheese Burrito — melty, crispy, cheesy, and stuffed with seasoned beef, rice, and all your favorite fixings. Inspired by the popular Taco Bell version, but even better homemade!

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🧀🔥 Best Grilled Cheese Burrito

✅ Ingredients

For the Filling:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade)
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 cup cooked rice (white, Mexican, or cilantro lime)
• 1/2 cup nacho cheese sauce or shredded cheddar
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup chipotle mayo or spicy ranch (optional but delicious)
• 1 cup shredded lettuce (optional)
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)

For the Burrito Wrap:

• 4 large flour tortillas (burrito-size)
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (for grilling the outside)
• Butter or oil for the pan

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👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook the Beef

• In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat.
• Drain fat, then add taco seasoning and water. Simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. Set aside.

2. Assemble the Burritos

• Warm tortillas slightly so they’re pliable.
• In the center of each tortilla, layer:
  • A scoop of seasoned beef
  • A spoonful of rice
  • Nacho cheese or shredded cheese
  • A dollop of sour cream
  • A drizzle of chipotle mayo (optional)
  • A handful of lettuce and tomatoes
• Roll up burritos tightly (fold in the sides first, then roll up from the bottom).

3. Grill with Cheese

• In a non-stick skillet, add a handful of shredded cheese directly to the pan over medium heat.
• Place the burrito seam-side down on top of the melting cheese.
• Let cook for 1–2 minutes until the cheese melts and sticks to the tortilla.
• Flip and lightly toast the other side.

Optional: Brush the outside of the burrito with a little melted butter for extra crispiness.

4. Serve

• Slice in half and serve hot with extra sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

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🌟 Tips & Variations:

• Add crushed tortilla chips inside for crunch.
• Swap beef for chicken, black beans, or soy crumbles for a different twist.
• Want it spicier? Add jalapeños, hot sauce, or spicy queso inside.

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Would you like a vegetarian version, or want it air-fryer friendly?