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Easy Grilled Cheese Burrito Copycat Recipe – Cheesy, Loaded & Fast Weeknight Comfort


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  • Author: Isabella
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 4 burritos
  • Diet: Halal

Description

A cheesy, hearty copycat version of the popular Grilled Cheese Burrito—filled with seasoned beef, seasoned rice, nacho cheese, sour cream, chipotle sauce, and melty cheese, all wrapped in a toasted cheese-crusted tortilla.


Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 cups cooked seasoned rice
  • 1 cup nacho cheese sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chipotle sauce
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (for outside crust)
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 2 tbsp butter or oil (for toasting)


Instructions

  1. Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add taco seasoning and water, then simmer 3–4 minutes until thickened.
  3. Warm tortillas to make them pliable.
  4. Assemble each burrito: spread a spoonful of nacho cheese in the center, add seasoned beef, a scoop of rice, shredded cheese, chipotle sauce, and sour cream. Add lettuce last.
  5. Roll tightly into a burrito.
  6. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle a layer of shredded cheese directly onto the pan.
  7. Place the burrito seam-side down onto the melting cheese. Cook until the cheese forms a crispy golden crust.
  8. Flip and warm the other side if desired.
  9. Repeat with remaining burritos and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use Taco Bell–style chipotle sauce for the closest flavor match.
  • Add crushed tortilla chips for extra crunch.
  • Swap beef for chicken or beans for a lighter version.
  • Press gently when toasting to help the cheese adhere to the tortilla.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American