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Grilled Cheese Burritos

Grilled Cheese Burritos
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Grilled Cheese Burritos combine warm, soft tortillas with gooey melted cheeses and hearty fillings to create the ultimate comfort food. Easy to prepare and highly customizable, these burritos blend creamy, melty cheese with savory meats, beans, and fresh vegetables, perfect for a quick meal, snack, or sharing with family and friends.

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • Flour tortillas – soft and pliable, enough to wrap your fillings (usually 6-8 inch size)
  • Cheddar cheese – shredded, about 1 cup
  • Monterey Jack cheese – shredded, about 1 cup
  • Mozzarella cheese – shredded, about 1 cup

Protein Options

  • Cooked chicken – seasoned and shredded or diced, 1 to 1½ cups
  • Ground beef – cooked and seasoned, 1 to 1½ cups
  • Black beans – rinsed and drained, 1 cup (for vegetarian option)

Vegetables

  • Bell peppers – diced or sliced, ½ cup
  • Onions – diced or sliced, ½ cup
  • Tomatoes – diced, ½ cup
  • Jalapeños – sliced, optional for spice

Seasonings and Add-ons

  • Chipotle powder or smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon
  • Fresh cilantro – chopped, 2 tablespoons
  • Salt and pepper – to taste
  • Butter or oil – for grilling, about 2 tablespoons
  • Sour cream, avocado, salsa verde (optional for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Fillings: Cook any proteins like chicken or ground beef by seasoning and pan-cooking them fully. Sauté vegetables such as peppers and onions until softened and slightly caramelized to enhance sweetness.
  2. Layer the Cheese and Fillings: Lay a flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Generously sprinkle a blend of cheddar, Monterey Jack, and mozzarella cheese evenly over the tortilla. Add your cooked fillings on top, distributing evenly to prevent lumps.
  3. Fold the Burrito: Fold the sides of the tortilla inward over the fillings, then tightly roll from the bottom up to form a secure burrito, ensuring all fillings stay inside.
  4. Grill the Burrito: Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly butter or oil the surface. Place the burrito seam-side down and grill, turning occasionally, until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy while the cheese inside is melted and gooey. Apply gentle pressure with a spatula to encourage even toasting.
  5. Serve Hot and Enjoy: Once grilled to perfection, slice the burrito if desired, and serve immediately while warm. Garnish with chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, or a drizzle of sour cream for extra flavor.

Notes

  • Use a blend of cheeses with different melting points for best texture and flavor.
  • Spread fillings evenly to avoid sogginess or tearing.
  • Grill on moderate heat to ensure the tortilla crisps up without burning while cheese melts.
  • Lightly butter the outside of the tortilla before grilling for a golden, crispy finish.
  • Press gently with a spatula during grilling to help the burrito hold its shape and toast evenly.

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