Description
This Cheesy Potato Burritos recipe combines crispy tater tots, seasoned ground beef, and a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses wrapped in warm flour tortillas. Baked until the cheese melts and topped with fresh garnishes, these burritos make for a comforting and flavorful meal perfect for any day of the week.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (or substitute with ground turkey or plant-based alternative)
- 2 cups frozen tater tots
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup Taco Bell chipotle sauce (adjust to taste)
- 6 large flour tortilla wraps
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnishes
- Diced tomatoes
- Chopped green onions
- Cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare Tater Tots: Preheat your oven and cook the frozen tater tots according to the package instructions until they are golden and crispy. This step ensures that the tater tots have a perfect crunchy texture to complement the burrito filling.
- Cook Ground Beef: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook the beef thoroughly, stirring occasionally until there is no pink remaining. Drain any excess grease to keep the dish healthier.
- Combine Filling Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the cooked ground beef with the crispy tater tots, slightly crushing the tater tots to distribute texture. Add the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, mixing well to combine all flavors and ingredients evenly.
- Warm Tortillas: Warm the flour tortillas either in a dry skillet over low heat or microwave them for about 10 to 15 seconds until they are soft and pliable. This helps prevent cracking when folding the burritos.
- Assemble Burritos: Lay each tortilla flat and spoon a generous amount of the filling mixture into the center. Drizzle a spoonful of Taco Bell chipotle sauce over the filling, then add a dollop of sour cream to enhance creaminess and flavor.
- Fold Burritos: Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then tuck the bottom edges up and roll tightly to enclose the filling securely, forming a neat burrito.
- Bake Burritos: Place the burritos seam side down in a baking dish. Sprinkle additional shredded cheese over the top of the burritos. Bake in a preheated oven for 5 to 7 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbling, giving a gooey, cheesy finish.
- Serve: Remove the burritos from the oven and garnish with diced tomatoes, chopped green onions, and cilantro if desired. Serve hot with extra sour cream and chipotle sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or a plant-based alternative for ground beef for a leaner or vegetarian option.
- Adjust the amount of chipotle sauce according to your preferred spice level.
- To make the burritos gluten-free, use gluten-free tortilla wraps.
- Double the cheese topping for an extra cheesy crust during baking.
- Leftover burritos can be wrapped in foil and reheated in the oven for best texture retention.
