Description

This Cheesy Potato Burritos recipe is a comforting and satisfying meal featuring crispy tater tots, seasoned ground beef, and a blend of melted cheddar and monterey jack cheeses wrapped in warm flour tortillas. Finished by baking to achieve a gooey cheesy top, it’s perfect for a hearty lunch or dinner packed with flavor and texture.

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

Assembly

6 large flour tortilla wraps
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup Taco Bell chipotle sauce (adjust to taste)

Garnish (optional)

Diced tomatoes
Chopped green onions
Cilantro

Instructions

Prepare Tater Tots: Preheat your oven and bake the frozen tater tots according to the package instructions until they are golden and crispy, ensuring they have a crunchy texture that complements the filling.
Cook Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook the meat thoroughly until no longer pink, then drain any excess grease to keep the dish healthier.
Combine Filling Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked ground beef, crispy tater tots (slightly crushed to add texture), shredded cheddar cheese, and shredded monterey jack cheese. Mix well to evenly distribute all flavors and ingredients.
Warm Tortillas: Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for 10-15 seconds until pliable and easier to fold without cracking.
Assemble Burritos: Spoon a generous amount of the filling mixture onto the center of each warm tortilla. Drizzle with Taco Bell chipotle sauce, then add a dollop of sour cream to add creaminess.
Fold Burritos: Fold in the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then fold the bottom up and roll tightly to form a burrito that securely holds all ingredients.
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 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles, creating a gooey, delicious finish.
Serve: Remove the burritos from the oven and garnish with optional diced tomatoes, chopped green onions, and cilantro if desired. Serve hot with extra sour cream and chipotle sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based meat alternatives for a lighter or vegetarian option.
For extra crispness, slightly crush the tater tots before mixing to enhance texture.
If you prefer spicier burritos, increase the amount of chipotle sauce or add fresh jalapeños.
Use gluten-free tortillas if you need a gluten-free version.
Leftover burritos can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best results.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: cheesy potato burritos, tater tot burritos, ground beef burritos, comfort food, baked burritos, cheesy wraps