Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Burrito Dinner
Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Burrito Dinner is the ultimate comfort food, ready in just 30 minutes. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the secret to the perfect, melty cheese and juicy beef in every bite. Keep reading for my best tips or Jump to Recipe. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Peach Cobbler Cheesecake Bars Recipe for Summer Dessert and Fresh and Easy Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad Recipe.
Why This Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Burrito Dinner Is Pure Comfort
- Golden, melty cheese in every bite
- Juicy ground beef seasoned to perfection
- Easy to customize with your favorite toppings
- Better than takeout and family-friendly
What You'll Need for Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Burrito Dinner
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 packet (1.27 oz) taco seasoning
- 8 large flour tortillas
- 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: garlic powder, cumin, chili powder
- Optional: Sour cream
- Optional: Guacamole
- Optional: Salsa
- Optional: Fresh cilantro
- Optional: Diced avocado
- Optional: Lettuce
- Optional: Diced onions
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Ground beef: Use 80/20 ground beef for best results.
- Taco seasoning: Adjust to taste or use homemade taco seasoning.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Cast Iron Skillet — Even heat distribution for perfect searing. → See on Amazon
- Immersion Blender — Easily blend soups and sauces right in the pot. → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Burrito Dinner
- Cook beef and onions: Brown ground beef and onions in a large skillet until beef is cooked through. Drain excess fat.
- Add tomatoes and seasoning: Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and taco seasoning. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Warm tortillas: Wrap tortillas in foil and warm in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes.
- Assemble burritos: Spoon beef mixture onto each tortilla, top with cheese, and fold or roll to close. Place seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Bake burritos: Bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes, until cheese is melty and bubbly.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Burrito Dinner
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the beef mixture. It can become dry. Simmer for only 10 minutes.
- Pro tip: For crispy burritos, place them directly on the oven rack for the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Pro tip: Customize your burritos with your favorite toppings for a fun family meal.
- Pro tip: Make ahead and freeze individual burritos for easy meal prep.
Storing & Reheating Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Burrito Dinner
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: Assemble burritos ahead of time, but do not bake. Store in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Bake as directed.
Freezing Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Burrito Dinner
Freeze individual burritos for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven from frozen.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 20-25 minutes, until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, until heated through. Burritos may be soggy.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Use a cast iron skillet for even heat distribution and perfect searing.
- Best substitution: Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Make-ahead: Assemble burritos ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Bake as directed.
- Scaling: Easily double or triple the recipe for a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your burritos are falling apart, try using smaller tortillas or folding them more tightly.
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Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Burrito Dinner
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 packet (1.27 oz) taco seasoning
- 8 large flour tortillas
- 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese
Seasonings
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: garlic powder, cumin, chili powder
Optional Toppings
- Sour cream
- Guacamole
- Salsa
- Fresh cilantro
- Diced avocado
- Lettuce
- Diced onions
Instructions
- Cook beef and onions: Brown ground beef and onions in a large skillet until beef is cooked through. Drain excess fat.
- Add tomatoes and seasoning: Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and taco seasoning. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Warm tortillas: Wrap tortillas in foil and warm in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes.
- Assemble burritos: Spoon beef mixture onto each tortilla, top with cheese, and fold or roll to close. Place seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Bake burritos: Bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes, until cheese is melty and bubbly.
Notes
- Chef tip: Use a cast iron skillet for even heat distribution and perfect searing.
- Best substitution: Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Make-ahead: Assemble burritos ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Bake as directed.
- Scaling: Easily double or triple the recipe for a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your burritos are falling apart, try using smaller tortillas or folding them more tightly.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze individual burritos for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven from frozen.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 20-25 minutes, until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, until heated through. Burritos may be soggy.
- Make ahead: Assemble burritos ahead of time, but do not bake. Store in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Bake as directed.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 580
- Protein: 32g
- Fat: 32g
- Carbs: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sat. Fat: 16g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Burrito Dinner FAQs
Yes, assemble burritos ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Bake as directed.
Overcooking the beef mixture can cause it to become dry. Simmer for only 10 minutes.
Yes, freeze individual burritos for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven from frozen.
Yes, cook burritos in the air fryer at 375°F for 10-15 minutes, until heated through and cheese is melty.
Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Burrito Dinner and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
