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Copycat Taco Bell Grilled Cheese Burrito

Irresistible Copycat Taco Bell Grilled Cheese Burrito Recipe

This Copycat Taco Bell Grilled Cheese Burrito recipe recreates the fast-food classic with savory beef, cheese, and a satisfying crunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 burritos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Filling
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Cooking fat for browning meat; substitute with vegetable or canola oil if desired.
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef (90% lean) Main protein source; can swap with ground turkey or plant-based meat.
  • 1 cup Water Helps dissolve taco seasoning.
  • 1 packet Taco Bell Taco Seasoning Adds signature flavor; use homemade seasoning as a substitute.
For the Rice
  • 8.8 ounces Ready-to-Serve Spanish Rice Convenient base filling; substitute with plain white rice if needed.
For the Cheese Layer
  • 1 cup Nacho Cheese Sauce Adds creamy texture; use homemade cheese sauce for freshness.
  • 2 cups Shredded Mexican Cheese Blend Can use cheddar or Monterey Jack instead.
For Assembly
  • 4 pieces Flour Tortillas (8 inches) Wrap for the burrito; corn tortillas for gluten-free.
  • 1 cup Taco Bell Chipotle Sauce Adds smokiness; substitute with sriracha for heat.
  • 1/2 cup Reduced-Fat Sour Cream Adds creaminess; Greek yogurt as healthier alternative.
  • 1 cup Tortilla Strips Provides crunch; crushed tortilla chips can be used.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Nonstick skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add 1 pound of lean ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks. Sauté for 6-8 minutes until no longer pink.
  2. Return the cooked beef to the skillet. Combine with 1 packet of Taco Bell taco seasoning and 1 cup of water. Stir well and simmer for about 10 minutes.
  3. While the beef is simmering, cook 8.8 ounces of ready-to-serve Spanish rice and heat up 1 cup of nacho cheese sauce in separate pans.
  4. On each tortilla, spread Taco Bell chipotle sauce, add seasoned beef, cooked Spanish rice, nacho cheese sauce, sour cream, shredded cheese, and tortilla strips. Fold and roll tightly.
  5. In a nonstick skillet over medium heat, sprinkle shredded cheese to form a crispy crust. Place seam-side down burritos on top and grill for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Once grilled on both sides, remove from skillet, let cool, and serve hot with any additional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burritoCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the protein or toppings as desired to fit your flavor preferences.

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