Description
These Cheesy Potato Burritos with Beef combine tender, seasoned ground beef and golden potatoes with melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, all wrapped in soft flour tortillas. Perfect for a satisfying and flavorful meal, they can be customized with sour cream, salsa, and fresh cilantro for extra zest and creaminess.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups diced potatoes (peeled and chopped small)
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
Optional Toppings
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup salsa or taco sauce
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Cook the Potatoes: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are golden and tender, about 12–15 minutes. Stir in diced onion halfway through the cooking time to soften it.
- Brown the Beef: In a separate pan, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until it is no longer pink, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
- Season the Beef: Add ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the cooked beef. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes to develop the flavors.
- Combine and Add Cheese: Mix the cooked potatoes and onions into the seasoned beef. While still warm, stir in the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses to allow them to melt slightly and bind the mixture.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until they are soft and pliable, making them easier to fold.
- Assemble the Burritos: Divide the cheesy beef and potato mixture evenly among the tortillas. Add any desired toppings such as sour cream or Greek yogurt, salsa or taco sauce, and chopped cilantro.
- Roll the Burritos: Fold in the sides of each tortilla and roll tightly to form a burrito, enclosing the filling completely.
- Optional Toasting: For a crispy finish, place the burritos seam-side down in a skillet over medium heat and toast until golden brown and crisp, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Serve: Serve the burritos warm and enjoy the delicious blend of cheesy, savory flavors.
Notes
- Peeling and dicing the potatoes into small pieces helps them cook faster and evenly with the onions.
- You can swap the flour tortillas for gluten-free or whole wheat options if preferred.
- Adjust the seasoning to your taste by varying the amount of chili powder and smoked paprika.
- To make it milder, reduce or omit the chili powder.
- Leftover burritos can be refrigerated and reheated in a skillet or microwave.
