Beefy Cheesy Fries Burrito
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with the Beefy Cheesy Fries Burrito. This flavorful dish combines crispy French fries, seasoned ground beef, and gooey melted cheese, all wrapped in a warm tortilla. Ideal for game nights or cozy dinners, it’s quick to prepare and bound to impress family and friends. Get ready for a flavor-packed experience that’s both satisfying and fun!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 cups frozen crinkle-cut French fries
- 2 cups shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 cup sour cream (for serving)
- 1 cup salsa (optional for serving)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 7-10 minutes. Drain excess grease and stir in chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bake frozen French fries according to package instructions until golden brown and crispy (about 20-25 minutes).
- Add the crispy fries to the skillet with seasoned beef; mix well.
- Lay out a tortilla, spoon in the beef-fries mixture, and top generously with shredded cheese.
- Fold sides of tortilla in and roll tightly from one end to create a burrito.
- Place burritos seam-side down in a skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito (250g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in jalapeños or sautéed peppers. - Substitute regular fries with sweet potato fries for a twist. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in an oven at 350°F.