Comforting Ground Beef and Tater Tot Burritos Recipe
This comforting burrito recipe features a hearty blend of seasoned ground beef, crispy tater tots, and melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses wrapped in warm flour tortillas. Finished with a chipotle sauce drizzle and a creamy dollop of sour cream, these baked burritos are perfect for a satisfying meal any day of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 burritos 1x
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Meat and 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
Wrap and Toppings
- 6 large flour tortilla wraps
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup Taco Bell chipotle sauce (adjust to taste)
- Diced tomatoes (optional, for garnish)
- Chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
- Cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Tater Tots: Preheat the oven and cook the frozen tater tots according to the package instructions until they are golden and crispy, which adds a crunchy texture to the burrito filling.
- Cook Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, seasoning it well with salt and pepper. Cook thoroughly until no longer pink, then drain any excess grease to make the dish healthier.
- Combine Filling Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked ground beef, slightly crushed crispy tater tots, shredded cheddar cheese, and shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Mix everything thoroughly to evenly distribute the flavors and textures.
- Warm Tortillas: Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave them for 10-15 seconds until pliable and easier to fold without cracking.
- Assemble Burritos: Spoon a generous amount of the filling mixture onto the center of each warmed tortilla. Drizzle with Taco Bell chipotle sauce and add a dollop of sour cream for added creaminess.
- Fold Burritos: Fold the sides of each tortilla over the filling, then fold the bottom up and roll tightly to form a secure burrito that holds all ingredients in place.
- Bake Burritos: Place the assembled burritos seam side down in a baking dish. Sprinkle extra shredded cheese over the top and bake in a preheated oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese melts and becomes bubbly for a delicious gooey finish.
- Serve: Remove the burritos from the oven, garnish with optional diced tomatoes, chopped green onions, and cilantro if desired. Serve hot with additional sour cream and chipotle sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or a plant-based alternative for the ground beef to cater to different dietary preferences.
- For extra crispy tater tots, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes if desired, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Adjust the amount of chipotle sauce according to your spice preference to make it milder or spicier.
- To make the burritos gluten-free, use gluten-free tortilla wraps instead of flour tortillas.
- Leftover burritos can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven or microwave for a quick meal option.
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