Description

This Taco Bell Beefy Melt Burrito is a delicious homemade version of the popular fast-food burrito, combining seasoned ground beef, Mexican rice, beans, crunchy chips, and melted cheese in a warm flour tortilla. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or casual gathering, this recipe is flavorful, easy to prepare, and customizable with optional toppings like sour cream and salsa.

Ingredients

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Beef Mixture

1 pound lean ground beef
1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning
¼ cup water or beef broth
1 cup refried beans (optional)

Other Fillings

2 cups cooked Mexican rice (or instant)
4 burrito-sized flour tortillas
2 cups Fritos or Doritos chips
1 cup cheese dip (warmed, like Tostitos)
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
½ cup sour cream

Optional

Salsa (for serving)

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Instructions

Cook the Beef: Brown the ground beef in a sauté pan over medium heat, breaking it apart until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the taco seasoning and water or beef broth, then simmer for 1 minute to combine flavors. If using, mix in the refried beans until well incorporated.
Prepare the Rice: Cook the Mexican rice according to package instructions or use leftover rice, making sure it’s warm and ready to assemble in the burrito.
Warm the Tortillas: Wrap the flour tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for about 30 seconds to make them pliable and easy to fold.
Assemble the Burritos: Lay one warmed tortilla flat and layer the beef mixture, warm Mexican rice, Fritos or Doritos chips, warm cheese dip, shredded cheese, and sour cream evenly across the center.
Roll the Burritos: Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll it up tightly from the bottom to fully enclose the fillings. Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas and ingredients.
Optional Heating: Enjoy the burritos as they are or heat them briefly in a skillet for a crispy texture on the outside. Serve with salsa if desired.

Notes

Using beef broth instead of water with the taco seasoning adds richer flavor.
Refried beans are optional but add creaminess and extra protein.
For a spicier option, add jalapeños or hot sauce inside the burrito.
Heating the burritos in a skillet after assembling gives a nice crispy exterior.
Substitute corn tortillas for a gluten-free option if needed, but they may be more fragile when rolling.