Description
These Cheesy Potato Burritos are the ultimate comfort meal, stuffed with crispy tater tots, seasoned ground beef, two kinds of melty cheese, and a smoky chipotle kick. Baked until golden and bubbly, they’re hearty, satisfying, and easy enough for a weeknight dinner the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Main Filling
- 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
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Sauces & Condiments
- 1/2 cup sour cream (plus extra for serving)
- 1/4 cup Taco Bell chipotle sauce, adjust to taste (plus extra for serving)
Tortillas
- 6 large flour tortilla wraps
Optional Toppings
- Diced tomatoes
- Chopped green onions
- Cilantro
Instructions
- Cook the Tater Tots: Preheat your oven according to the tater tot package instructions. Arrange the tater tots on a baking sheet and bake until golden and crispy. Set aside.
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, breaking up the meat, until fully browned. Drain off any excess grease.
- Combine the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked ground beef, crispy tater tots (slightly crushed), shredded cheddar cheese, and shredded monterey jack cheese. Mix until everything is evenly combined.
- Warm the Tortillas: To make the tortillas more pliable and easier to roll, warm them in a dry skillet or microwave for about 10–15 seconds each.
- Assemble the Burritos: Spoon a generous portion of the cheesy potato-beef filling onto the center of each tortilla. Drizzle with Taco Bell chipotle sauce and add a dollop of sour cream.
- Roll the Burritos: Fold the sides of each tortilla over the filling, then fold up the bottom and roll tightly to form a burrito.
- Bake with Cheese: Place the assembled burritos seam-side down in a baking dish. Sprinkle additional shredded cheese over the top. Bake in the oven for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven. Garnish with diced tomatoes, chopped green onions, and cilantro, if desired. Serve hot with extra sour cream and chipotle sauce on the side.
Notes
- Warming the tortillas helps prevent them from cracking when rolling the burritos.
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or a plant-based meat alternative to suit your preferences.
- Try adding black beans, sautéed peppers, or corn for extra flavor and nutrition.
- For a crispier burrito exterior, sear the filled burritos in a dry skillet before adding cheese and baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
