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Grilled Cheese Burrito Delight

Grilled Cheese Burrito Delight

Beefy, ultra-cheesy burritos griddled in a crispy cheese crust. Smoky chipotle crema and crunchy chips add bold texture.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 3

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 0.5 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 lb ground beef (about 85% lean)
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt adjust to taste
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp chipotle pepper sauce (from adobo) use more for extra heat
  • 1 tsp fresh lime juice
  • 1.5 cup cooked white rice warm and fluffed
  • 12 oz large flour tortillas about 3 large tortillas
  • 2 cup shredded Mexican-style cheese blend divided, for filling and griddling
  • 0.5 cup nacho cheese sauce warmed
  • 0.75 cup crushed tortilla chips or crunchy tortilla strips
  • 0.25 cup chopped pickled jalapeños optional
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro optional
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter for griddling

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Stir sour cream, chipotle sauce, and lime juice until smooth; chill.
  • Warm the cooked rice and fluff with a fork; cover to keep warm.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Sauté onion until translucent, then add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
  • Brown the ground beef, breaking it up; drain excess fat if needed.
  • Sprinkle in taco seasoning and water; simmer until slightly saucy.
  • Season with salt and pepper; keep warm on low.
  • Warm tortillas until pliable in a dry pan or microwave.
  • Spread a spoonful of warm nacho cheese down each tortilla center.
  • Layer rice, beef, a handful of shredded cheese, chips, jalapeños, and cilantro.
  • Drizzle with chipotle crema; fold sides and roll each burrito tightly.
  • Melt a little butter in a skillet over medium-low heat.
  • Scatter a thin layer of shredded cheese to form a bed in the pan.
  • Set a burrito seam-side up on the cheese; cook until golden and crisp.
  • Lift burrito, add more cheese, and sear the second side until crusted.
  • Repeat with remaining burritos; slice and serve with extra crema.

Notes

Swap the beef for sautéed mushrooms and black beans for a hearty vegetarian version. For a spicier kick, add a drizzle of hot sauce before rolling. Leftovers reheat well in a skillet over low heat to re-crisp the cheese crust.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Grilled Cheese Burrito Delight flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.