Copycat Taco Bell Chili Cheese Burrito
Ingredients Needed
- Ground Beef: I like to use lean ground beef as a base.
- Yellow Onion: Adds a nice complex and savory flavor.
- Seasonings: A combination of chili powder, cayenne pepper, and salt provide lots of warmth.
- Cornstarch: Helps thicken the beef mixture.
- Refried Beans: For some extra protein and a nice filling addition to the beef.
- Tomato Paste: Gives the beef filling an extra meaty flavor and some subtle sweetness.
- Shredded Cheese: I use shredded cheddar cheese, but other varieties would also work well.
- Tortillas: Burrito size flour tortillas work best for these chilitos.
How to Make this Chili Cheese Burrito
- Step 1: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground beef and diced onions. Cook until browned.
- Step 2: Drain any excess fat and add the seasonings. Stir to combine.
- Step 3: Once the seasoning is evenly distributed, add the tomato paste and refried beans to the meat mixture.
- Step 4: Combine the cornstarch and water and add to the mixture. Heat until thickened, then fold in the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Step 5: Place a single tortilla on a clean working surface, then add a bit of cheese.
- Step 6: Add about 1/4 to 1/2 cup of the meat mixture on top of the cheese.
- Step 7: Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll into a burrito.
- Step 8: Repeat with the rest of the filling and tortillas. Serve with sour cream and salsa if desired.
Recipe Tips
- To make sure the tortillas don’t break while wrapping up your burrito, warm them for 15 seconds in the microwave first.
- For a lighter version of these burritos, use ground chicken or ground turkey instead.
- You can add more veggies like bell peppers or jalapeno peppers to the filling.
- Cheddar cheese works well, but you can also use pepper jack, mozzarella cheese, or a shredded Mexican blend.
