Description
Heavenly Cheesy Potato Burritos combine crispy baked tater tots, seasoned ground beef, and a blend of melted cheeses wrapped in warm flour tortillas. Topped with smoky chipotle sauce and creamy sour cream, these burritos make a comforting and satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups tater tots (frozen)
- 1 cup ground beef or turkey (browned)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese (shredded)
- 1/4 cup chipotle sauce (smoky variety)
- 6 flour tortillas (warmed)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (for topping)
Optional Garnishes
- Diced tomatoes
- Chopped green onions
- Cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to the temperature indicated on the tater tots package and allow it to warm up while you prepare the filling. This ensures the tater tots will cook properly and be crisp.
- Cook Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or turkey for 5-7 minutes until fully browned. Season with salt and pepper to taste for flavor.
- Drain Excess Grease: Remove any excess grease from the skillet to prevent the burritos from becoming too oily, ensuring a balanced texture.
- Combine Filling Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the browned meat with 2 cups of baked and slightly crushed tater tots. This creates the hearty base of your burrito filling.
- Add Cheeses: Gently stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar and 1/2 cup of Monterey Jack cheese to add creamy, melty richness to the mixture.
- Warm Tortillas: Heat the 6 flour tortillas in a dry pan or microwave until they are soft and pliable, making them easier to fold around the filling.
- Assemble Burritos: Place a generous scoop of the filling in the center of each tortilla. Drizzle with 1/4 cup of smoky chipotle sauce and add a dollop of sour cream to enhance the flavor.
- Fold and Roll: Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll tightly from the bottom to fully enclose the filling, forming neat burritos ready for baking.
- Prepare for Baking: Place each burrito seam-side down in a baking dish. Sprinkle additional shredded cheese on top for a golden, melty crust during baking.
- Bake Burritos: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and slightly browned, ensuring a bubbly, appetizing finish.
- Garnish and Serve: Serve immediately garnished with diced tomatoes, chopped green onions, and cilantro if desired for added freshness and color.
Notes
- For a lighter option, substitute ground turkey for ground beef.
- Adjust the amount of chipotle sauce to control the spice level.
- To make the burritos ahead, assemble and refrigerate, then bake just before serving.
- Use gluten-free tortillas if you need a gluten-free adaptation.
- Try adding black beans or corn to the filling for extra texture and nutrition.
