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Beefy Melt Burrito

Taco Bell Beefy Melt Burrito copycat recipe with cheese and beef filling
Recreate the Taco Bell Beefy Melt Burrito at home with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and warm tortillas, ready in about 20 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Serving Size 4 servings

Ingredients

For the beef filling

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 for flavor; leaner if preferred)
  • 1 packet taco seasoning or 2 tbsp homemade mix (chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt)
  • 1/2 cup water to simmer seasoning into the beef
  • 1/2 cup canned diced green chiles optional

For the cheese sauce

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or 3/4 cup shredded + 1/2 cup nacho cheese sauce
  • 2 tbsp milk to help shredded cheese melt
  • 1/2 cup nacho cheese sauce optional for quick sauce

For the burrito assembly

  • 4 large 10-inch flour tortillas warm before using
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil or butter for searing the burritos
  • Optional: chopped onions, a splash of hot sauce, shredded lettuce, diced tomato, sour cream for toppings

Instructions

Preparation

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until no longer pink (about 6–8 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
  • Sprinkle taco seasoning over the beef and add 1/2 cup water. Stir, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until thickened (2–3 minutes). Stir in optional diced green chiles now.
  • Prepare the cheese: for a quick sauce, microwave 1/2 cup nacho cheese sauce for 20 seconds and stir; for shredded cheese, mix 1 cup shredded cheddar with 2 tbsp milk to help it melt when assembling.
  • Warm tortillas (20 seconds per tortilla in microwave or 30 seconds per side in a dry skillet) so they’re pliable.

Assembly

  • Spoon about 1/4 of the beef mixture down the center of each tortilla. Top with cheese, then any optional fresh toppings.
  • Fold the bottom up, then the sides over to form a burrito.
  • Heat 1 tbsp oil or butter in a clean skillet over medium. Place burrito seam-side down and cook 1–2 minutes per side until golden and sealed, pressing gently.

Finishing Touch

  • For a hands-off finishing option, place assembled burritos seam-side down on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve the beefy melts with tortilla chips and salsa, a bright slaw, or seasoned rice.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days. For freezing, wrap each cooled burrito in foil and place in a freezer bag for up to 2 months. Reheat to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).