Easy Cheesy Burrito Pie Recipe

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ByMaria August 8, 2025August 8, 2025

Easy Cheesy Burrito Pie Recipe. It’s basically what happens when you’re craving burritos but can’t be bothered to roll a million of them. Layers of saucy, seasoned meat, beans, cheese (obvi!), and tortillas all baked together in a pie dish. It’s pure comfort food, it’s easy as heck, and it feeds a crowd. You need this in your life. Seriously.

Okay, so picture this: it’s a Tuesday night, the kids are screaming, my husband is stuck in traffic, and I’m staring into the fridge wondering what fresh hell I’m going to whip up for dinner. Then BAM! Burrito Pie. My husband, Mark, literally cheers when I tell him it’s on the menu. And my youngest, Leo? He calls it “pizza pie” so he thinks he’s getting away with something. Whatever gets them fed, right? This recipe has saved my sanity more times than I can count, and it’s always a hit at potlucks. Trust me, make this. You won’t regret it.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Cheesy Burrito Pie Recipe

It’s basically a giant, cheesy burrito. Need I say more?
Cleanup is a breeze. Everything is in one dish. Hallelujah!
You can throw in whatever veggies are wilting in your crisper drawer. Seriously, anything goes.
It’s the ultimate comfort food hug in a pan.

How to Make It

Alright, so first, brown your ground beef – or turkey, chicken, whatever meat you’re feelin’! Toss in some taco seasoning – I usually just eyeball it, but you know, follow your heart. If you wanna make your own taco seasoning, go for it, but I’m all about the shortcuts.

Then, grab your pie dish. You’re gonna layer it like a lasagna, but with tortillas instead of pasta. Start with a little bit of the meat mixture on the bottom, then a tortilla, then some refried beans, then cheese. LOTS of cheese. Repeat, repeat, repeat. I like to end with a layer of cheese because, well, duh.

Pop that baby in the oven until it’s bubbly and golden brown. It’s kinda like a choose-your-own-adventure. I swear, this is so easy, even I can’t mess it up (most of the time!). Serve it up with your favorite toppings – sour cream, salsa, guac, whatever floats your boat. Boom! Dinner is served.

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Ingredient Notes

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Ground Beef: I usually go for 80/20 because, flavor. But if you’re feeling virtuous, go with leaner stuff. Just don’t forget to drain the grease, nobody wants a greasy pie.
Taco Seasoning: Use your favorite! Or make your own if you’re fancy like that. I usually just dump it in until it looks right, no judgment here.
Refried Beans: I’m a smooth kinda gal, but if you like ’em chunky, go for it! Also, black beans work great too if you’re out of refried.
Shredded Cheese: Monterey Jack, cheddar, a Mexican blend… whatever your heart desires. Just make sure it melts well, that’s the key.
Flour Tortillas: I usually use the burrito-sized ones because, bigger is better, right? But any size will work, just adjust how many you use.
Salsa: This is optional, but I love adding a layer of salsa for extra flavor. Choose your heat level wisely, folks!

Recipe Steps:

Brown ground beef and mix with taco seasoning.
Layer meat mixture, tortilla, refried beans, and cheese in a pie dish.
Repeat layers until ingredients are used, ending with a layer of cheese.
Bake until bubbly and golden brown.
Serve with desired toppings.

What to Serve It With

Honestly, anything goes! Sour cream, salsa, guacamole are the obvious choices. But I also love it with a side of Spanish rice or a simple salad. And don’t forget the hot sauce!

Tips & Mistakes

Don’t be afraid to experiment with different fillings. Corn, black olives, bell peppers… it’s all good!
Make sure your tortillas are soft and pliable. If they’re stiff, they’ll crack when you try to layer them.
Don’t overbake it! You want the cheese to be melted and bubbly, but not burnt. I almost made that mistake last night.
If you’re using a glass pie dish, put a baking sheet underneath just in case anything bubbles over. Trust me on this one.

Storage Tips

Leftovers? If there are any (doubtful!), just pop them in an airtight container in the fridge. They’ll be good for a few days. Cold burrito pie for breakfast? Don’t judge. I’ve done it. It’s actually pretty awesome. Just sayin’.

Variations and Substitutions

Okay, so sometimes I’m feeling fancy and I’ll add a layer of cooked rice or quinoa to the pie. It’s surprisingly good! You can also swap the ground beef for shredded chicken or even vegetarian crumbles. And if you’re out of tortillas, you can use crescent roll dough in a pinch. I did that once when I was desperate and it actually turned out pretty tasty! It was weird, but hey, it worked.

Frequently Asked Questions

I can’t have gluten… will this still work?

Totally. Just use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas. I’ve done it a bunch. Nobody will even notice.

Do I have to use a pie dish?

Nope! You can use a casserole dish, a skillet… whatever you’ve got! Just adjust the baking time accordingly.

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yup! Assemble the pie and then cover it tightly with foil and pop it in the fridge. When you’re ready to bake it, just add a few extra minutes to the baking time.

How spicy is this? Can I tone it down a bit?

It depends on your taco seasoning and salsa! If you’re spice-averse, use mild versions of both.

What if I skip the refried beans?

Honestly? It’ll still be good, but the beans add a nice creaminess. If you don’t have any, you could try using black beans instead, or just skip them altogether. No biggie!

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