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An extreme close-up of two halves of a cheesy beef burrito, showcasing the melted cheese and seasoned ground beef filling.

Grilled Cheese Burrito: The Ultimate Cheesy & Crispy Recipe

This Grilled Cheese Burrito recipe delivers a crispy, cheesy exterior with a savory, beefy filling. Learn how to make the ultimate comfort food fusion at home, better than any drive-thru version. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 burritos
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 850
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef 85/15 recommended
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 cup beef broth
  • 2 large burrito-size flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup nacho cheese sauce warmed
  • 2 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend for the inside
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend for the outside
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Spatula

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess grease. Stir in chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add beef broth and simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  2. Warm tortillas in the microwave for 15-20 seconds to make them pliable.
  3. Assemble the burritos: On each tortilla, layer nacho cheese sauce, cream cheese, seasoned beef, and the Mexican cheese blend. Fold in the sides, then tightly roll from the bottom up.
  4. Melt 1 tbsp of butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of the cheddar and Monterey Jack blend onto the pan in a rectangle shape.
  5. Immediately place one burrito seam-side down onto the cheese. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is crispy and fused to the tortilla.
  6. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the other side is golden. Repeat with the second burrito.
  7. Slice in half and serve immediately.

Notes

Don't Overstuff: An overfilled burrito is hard to roll and may burst during grilling.
Use a Non-Stick Skillet: This is crucial for preventing the cheese on the outside from sticking.
Warm the Tortillas: This step is essential to prevent the tortillas from tearing when you fold them.