Description

These Cheesy Potato Burritos combine crispy tater tots, seasoned ground beef, and a duo of melted cheeses wrapped in warm flour tortillas. Finished with a drizzle of chipotle sauce and a dollop of sour cream, this comforting meal is perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner. Garnished with fresh diced tomatoes, green onions, and cilantro, it’s a flavorful fusion of textures and tastes that’s easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious.

Ingredients

Scale

Filling Ingredients

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

Additional Ingredients

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 your oven according to the tater tots package instructions and bake the frozen tater tots until they are golden brown and crispy, ensuring a satisfying crunch for the burritos.
Cook Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and season with salt and pepper. Cook thoroughly, breaking up the meat and stirring occasionally until no pink remains. Drain any excess grease to keep the dish lighter.
Combine Filling Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix the cooked ground beef with the crispy, slightly crushed tater tots, shredded cheddar cheese, and shredded monterey jack cheese. Stir well to evenly combine all the flavors and textures.
Warm Tortillas: Warm the flour tortillas by placing them in a dry skillet for a few seconds on each side or microwaving them for 10-15 seconds. This makes the tortillas pliable and easier to fold.
Assemble Burritos: Spoon a generous portion of the filling mixture into the center of each warmed tortilla. Drizzle with chipotle sauce and add a dollop of sour cream to enhance the taste and creaminess.
Fold Burritos: Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then fold the bottom up and roll tightly to form secure burritos that will hold all the delicious ingredients inside.
Bake Burritos: Place the burritos seam side down in a baking dish. Sprinkle extra shredded cheese over the top of each burrito. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with 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 beef with ground turkey or a plant-based alternative for a lighter or vegetarian option.
Adjust the amount of chipotle sauce according to your preferred spice level.
Slightly crushing the baked tater tots before mixing helps the burrito filling stick together better.
Use flour tortillas large enough to hold the filling and fold easily without tearing.
For added flavor, consider adding sautéed onions or peppers to the beef mixture.
If you want a crispy burrito exterior, you can lightly pan-fry the assembled burritos before baking.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mexican-American Fusion

Keywords: Cheesy Potato Burritos, tater tots burritos, ground beef burritos, cheesy burritos, quick comfort meal