Copycat Taco Bell Chili Cheese Burrito
Enjoy a homemade version of the beloved Taco Bell Chili Cheese Burrito with customizable flavors and fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
For the meat filling
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups water plus 2 tablespoons, divided
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 16 ounce can refried beans
- 1 6 ounce can tomato paste (about 6 tablespoons)
- 3 cups cheddar cheese
For assembly
- 10 count 10 inch flour tortillas You can warm them in the microwave for easier folding.
Instructions
Cooking the meat mixture
- Heat a large skillet on medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and diced onion. Cook until the beef is browned.
- Drain the extra fat. Add the chili powder, cayenne pepper, and salt. Stir to combine.
- Pour in 2 cups of water.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the remaining 2 tablespoons of water. Stir this mixture into the meat mixture and let it simmer until it thickens.
- Add in the refried beans and tomato paste. Stir until everything is well combined.
- Mix in 1 1/2 cups of cheese until melted.
Assembling the burritos
- Place a tortilla on a cutting board. Add a pinch of shredded cheese followed by 1/4-1/2 cup of the meat mixture onto the tortilla.
- Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll it over into a log.
- Serve with sour cream and salsa if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding some diced jalapeños or hot sauce to the meat mixture. Make sure to not overfill the burritos, or they may be difficult to roll up. You can use any type of cheese you prefer.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2g
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