Copycat Taco Bell Chili Cheese Burrito
This recipe replicates the famous Taco Bell Chili Cheese Burrito, complete with ground beef, chili sauce, cheese, and wrapped in a soft tortilla. It's perfect for a quick, hearty meal at home.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 tortilla warmer or aluminum foil
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) chili with beans
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Use low-fat cheese to reduce calories if desired.
- 4 large flour tortillas
- ½ cup diced onions
- ¼ cup taco sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the diced onions to the skillet and cook until they become translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the can of chili with beans, taco sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and season with salt and pepper. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes until heated through.
- While the chili mixture is simmering, warm the tortillas in a tortilla warmer or wrap them in aluminum foil and place them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes.
- Once the tortillas are warm, place a generous portion of the chili mixture in the center of each tortilla. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll from the bottom up to create a burrito shape.
- If desired, return the wrapped burritos to the skillet, seam side down, and cook for another 2 minutes on each side until slightly crispy and golden.
- Serve immediately, and enjoy your homemade Chili Cheese Burritos!
Notes
You can customize the filling by adding jalapeños or other toppings, such as sour cream or guacamole.
For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with lentils or a meat alternative.
Use low-fat cheese to reduce calories if desired.