Description

This Cheesy Potato Burritos Comfort Meal Recipe combines crispy tater tots, seasoned ground beef, and a blend of melted cheddar and monterey jack cheeses wrapped in soft flour tortillas. Enhanced with chipotle sauce and sour cream, it’s a hearty and satisfying dish perfect for a cozy family dinner or casual gathering.

Ingredients

Scale

Filling

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

Sauces and Extras

1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup Taco Bell chipotle sauce (adjust to taste)

Wraps and Garnishes

6 large flour tortilla wraps
Diced tomatoes (optional garnish)
Chopped green onions (optional garnish)
Cilantro (optional garnish)

Instructions

Prepare Tater Tots: Preheat your oven and cook the frozen tater tots according to the package instructions until they are golden and crispy, ensuring a crunchy texture that complements the burrito filling.
Cook Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook thoroughly until no longer pink, then drain any excess grease for a healthier dish.
Combine Filling Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked ground beef, crispy tater tots (slightly crushed for texture), shredded cheddar cheese, and shredded monterey jack cheese. Mix thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of flavors.
Warm Tortillas: Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for 10-15 seconds to make them pliable and easier to fold without cracking.
Assemble Burritos: Spoon a generous amount of the filling mixture onto the center of each tortilla. Drizzle each with Taco Bell chipotle sauce and add a dollop of sour cream for creaminess.
Fold Burritos: Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then fold the bottom up and roll tightly to form a secure burrito.
Bake Burritos: Place the burritos seam side down in a baking dish. Sprinkle additional shredded cheese over the top. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles for a gooey finish.
Serve: Remove the burritos from the oven and garnish with optional diced tomatoes, chopped green onions, and cilantro. Serve hot with extra 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.
For extra crunch, slightly crush tater tots before mixing them into the filling.
Adjust the amount of chipotle sauce to your preferred spice level.
Warming the tortillas helps prevent tearing during folding.
Serve with fresh garnishes like diced tomatoes, green onions, and cilantro for added flavor and color.

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

Keywords: Cheesy Potato Burritos, Ground Beef Burritos, Tater Tot Burritos, Comfort Food, Mexican Inspired, Easy Dinner Recipe