Taco Bell Beefy Melt Burrito (Copycat Recipe)
A comforting, satisfying Taco Bell Beefy Melt Burrito copycat recipe that's hearty, cheesy, and perfect for quick family dinners or meal prep. Loaded with seasoned beef, creamy nacho cheese, rice, refried beans, and chipotle sauce inside a toasted flour tortilla.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 1 cup nacho cheese sauce
- 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup canned refried beans
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup chipotle sauce
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and 2 tablespoons of water. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, then remove from heat.
- In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, warm the nacho cheese sauce until smooth and hot.
- Warm the refried beans in a separate pot over low heat or in the microwave.
- Warm the flour tortillas by placing them in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side or microwave under a damp cloth for 20 seconds.
- Lay a tortilla flat and spread a spoonful of refried beans down the center.
- Add a scoop of seasoned beef followed by a spoonful of rice.
- Drizzle with nacho cheese and chipotle sauce then sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Finish with a dollop of sour cream.
- Fold the burrito tightly by folding in the edges and then rolling it up snugly from the bottom.
- Melt a little butter in the skillet and toast the burrito seam side down until golden, about 2 minutes per side.
- Serve warm with extra chipotle sauce if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 28gFat: 36gSodium: 1250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5g
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