Description
Warm, cheesy burritos filled with crispy tater tots, seasoned ground beef, and melty cheeses, perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey or plant-based crumble)
- 2 cups frozen tater tots
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup Taco Bell chipotle sauce
- 6 large flour tortilla wraps
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional garnishes: Diced tomatoes, Chopped green onions, Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange tater tots on a baking sheet and cook per package directions until golden and crispy. Let cool slightly; crush a few tots with the back of a spoon to add texture to the filling.
- While tots bake, heat a skillet over medium. Add the ground beef and season with salt and pepper. Cook, breaking it up, until no pink remains—about 6–8 minutes. Drain any excess grease and return meat to the pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked beef, crispy tater tots, 3/4 cup cheddar, and 3/4 cup Monterey Jack. Toss gently so the tots stay mostly intact.
- Warm the tortillas for 10–15 seconds in the microwave or a dry skillet so they bend without tearing.
- Spoon an even portion of the filling onto each tortilla. Drizzle about 1 teaspoon of chipotle sauce over the filling and add a dollop (about 1 tablespoon) of sour cream.
- Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling and roll tightly. Place each burrito seam-side down in a lightly greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the burritos and bake for 5–7 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and everything is heated through.
- Garnish with diced tomatoes, green onions, and cilantro. Serve hot with extra sour cream and chipotle sauce on the side.
Notes
For leaner burritos, choose 90% lean beef or ground turkey; drain excess grease after browning. Use pre-shredded cheese for speed, but freshly shredded melts slightly better.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican