Description
Taco Bell’s legendary Chili Cheese Burrito sparks nostalgic cravings for Mexican-inspired comfort food with its hearty blend of melted cheese and zesty chili. Quick homemade ingredients deliver restaurant-quality satisfaction right in your kitchen, letting you savor this classic fast-food favorite without leaving home.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 1 (16 ounces/454 grams) can refried beans
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Spices and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 (6 ounces/170 grams) can tomato paste
Other Ingredients:
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water (for cornstarch mixture)
- 10 (10-inch) flour tortillas
Instructions
- Sizzle ground beef and onions in a large skillet over medium-high heat until meat browns and crumbles completely.
- Remove excess grease from the skillet, then generously coat beef with chili powder, cayenne pepper, and salt for robust flavor.
- Incorporate tomato paste and refried beans into the seasoned meat, mixing thoroughly until a uniform consistency develops.
- Create a cornstarch slurry by whisking water and cornstarch together, then pour into the meat mixture to enhance thickness and texture.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese into the beef mixture, stirring until cheese melts completely and blends seamlessly.
- Allow the chili cheese filling to simmer for 10 minutes, occasionally stirring to prevent scorching and develop deeper flavors.
- Soften tortillas by microwaving briefly or gently warming on a skillet to increase pliability and prevent cracking.
- Layer tortillas with additional shredded cheese, then carefully spoon beef and bean mixture into the center.
- Fold tortilla edges inward, creating a tight seal to prevent filling from escaping during rolling.
- Roll each burrito compactly, ensuring a neat and secure wrap that holds the flavorful filling.
- Serve immediately while warm, allowing the melted cheese and spicy filling to deliver maximum taste and enjoyment.
Notes
- Customize spice levels by adjusting cayenne pepper or adding hot sauce for heat-loving taste buds.
- Replace ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a leaner or vegetarian version.
- Use corn tortillas instead of flour for a gluten-free alternative that adds a subtle corn flavor.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time to make assembly quick and streamline the cooking process for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10
- Calories: 427 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg