Chopped Cheese Loaded Burritos 🌯🧀🌶️
Ingredients:
For the Burritos:
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup salsa
Additional Toppings (Optional):
- Jalapeños, sliced
- Black olives, sliced
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
Directions:
- Cook the Beef:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned.
- Stir in the onions, green bell pepper, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Assemble the Burritos:
- Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave to make them pliable.
- Down the center of each tortilla, layer the cooked beef mixture, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, and shredded lettuce.
- Add a dollop of sour cream and salsa over the toppings.
- If desired, add jalapeños, black olives, and cilantro for extra flavor.
- Roll the Burritos:
- Fold the bottom of the tortilla up over the filling, then fold in the sides and roll tightly to close.
- Serve:
- Serve the burritos immediately, with additional salsa and sour cream on the side if desired.
Nutritional Information:
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Calories: 620 kcal per serving
- Servings: 4 servings
Enjoy these flavorful and hearty Chopped Cheese Loaded Burritos, perfect for a satisfying meal! 🌯🧀🌶️
