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The Ultimate Easy Grilled Cheese Burrito Copycat Recipe

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  • Prep Time: 20 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 Minutes
  • Total Time: 35 Minutes
  • Yield: 4 Servings 1x
  • Category: Lunch

Description

How to make an Easy Grilled Cheese Burrito Copycat Recipe with crispy tortillas, melted cheese, and savory fillings that your family will absolutely love.

Ingredients

Scale
  • Burrito Base & Filling:
  • 4 large flour tortillas (8–10 inch)
  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean)
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 can (15 oz) refried beans
  • Flavor Builders:
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles, mild, drained
  • Seasonings:
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • Optional Toppings & Garnish:
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (for serving)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Brown Beef & Veg: Sauté diced yellow onion and minced garlic in a skillet until fragrant. Add ground beef, breaking it up, and cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess grease from the pan for a flavorful start to your Easy Grilled Cheese Burrito Copycat.
  2. Combine Flavors: Stir in the taco seasoning, drained diced green chiles, Kosher salt, and black pepper with the cooked beef. Next, add the can of refried beans. Mix well until everything is fully incorporated and heated through.
  3. Meld Flavors: Let the beef and bean mixture simmer gently over low heat for 5-7 minutes, allowing all the savory flavors to meld. This ensures your Easy Grilled Cheese Burrito Copycat filling is rich and perfectly seasoned. Keep warm.
  4. Build Burritos: Lay out a large flour tortilla. Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded Monterey Jack and sharp cheddar cheese down the center. Spoon a portion of the warm beef and bean filling over the cheese, then fold and roll tightly.
  5. Grill Golden: Melt some unsalted butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the assembled burritos, seam-side down, into the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is beautifully melted.
  6. Slice & Serve: Remove the crispy Easy Grilled Cheese Burrito Copycat from the skillet. Slice each burrito in half diagonally, if desired. Serve immediately with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a delightful meal.

Notes

Roll burritos tightly and evenly to prevent unraveling and spillage during grilling, ensuring a neat, delicious meal.

Store leftover burritos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days; reheat in a skillet for best crispiness.

Easily substitute ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or seasoned black beans for a lighter or vegetarian version.

Serve these burritos immediately while warm and crispy, optionally sliced diagonally and topped with sour cream and cilantro.

Prepare the beef and bean filling up to 2-3 days ahead, storing it refrigerated for quick assembly and grilling later.

For an extra crispy cheese crust, sprinkle additional shredded cheese directly onto the outside of the burrito while it grills.

**Allergy Information:** Dairy, Gluten

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