Created on July 4th, 2025 at 03:37 pm
Cheesy Potato Burritos – Cozy, Crispy, Crave-Worthy
Crispy tots, savory beef, and melty cheese all wrapped in a warm tortilla… what more could you want?
This is the kind of cozy, melty, crave-worthy meal you make once and dream about for days. Think: taco night meets loaded baked potato. Perfect for easy dinners or make-ahead lunches!
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey/plant-based alternative)
- 2 cups frozen tater tots
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup Taco Bell chipotle sauce (adjust to taste)
- 6 large flour tortillas
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, chopped green onions, cilantro
👩🍳 Instructions
- Cook the tater tots
Preheat oven and bake according to package directions until golden and crispy. - Brown the beef
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef. Season with salt and pepper. Drain excess grease. - Mix the filling
In a bowl, combine cooked beef, crushed crispy tots, cheddar, and Monterey Jack. Mix well. - Warm tortillas
Microwave or heat in a dry skillet for 10–15 seconds to soften. - Assemble the burritos 🌯
Spoon filling into each tortilla. Drizzle chipotle sauce, add a dollop of sour cream. - Wrap it up
Fold in sides, then roll tightly into burritos. - Bake & melt 🧀
Place burritos in a baking dish. Top with extra cheese and bake just until melted and bubbly. - Garnish & serve
Add fresh toppings like tomatoes, green onions, and cilantro. Serve with extra chipotle sauce & sour cream.
💡 Pro Tips
- Make it ahead: Assemble and refrigerate. Bake right before serving!
- For crispier burritos: Pan-sear them instead of baking for a golden crust.
- Spice it up: Add jalapeños or hot sauce to the filling.
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