Dinner

Grilled Cheese Burrito (Taco Bell Copycat Recipe) Recipe

ByHugo Harnd November 3, 2025November 3, 2025

Introduction

This Grilled Cheese Burrito is a delicious Taco Bell copycat that combines seasoned beef, creamy nacho cheese, and crispy tortilla strips all wrapped in a flour tortilla. It’s a satisfying, cheesy meal perfect for a quick dinner or snack craving.

The image shows a close-up of a burrito cut in half on crinkled parchment paper over a white marbled texture. The burrito has two main layers: the golden-brown crispy outer tortilla with melted cheese, and inside it holds cooked ground beef mixed with small bits of vegetables and melted cheese, with some cheese oozing in the middle. Around the burrito halves, there are light yellow tortilla chips scattered, a white plate holding another rolled and fried burrito in the background, and red sauce packets on the side. A spoon with orange dipping sauce is partially visible in the lower left corner. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 ounce packet taco seasoning
⅔ cup water
15 ounce can nacho cheese sauce
4 burrito-size flour tortillas
2 cups Mexican or Spanish rice
4 tablespoons store-bought Taco Bell Creamy Chipotle Sauce
4 tablespoons sour cream
1 cup tortilla strips
2 cups Mexican blend cheese, shredded

Instructions

Step 1: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain off the excess fat.
Step 2: Reduce the heat to medium, add the taco seasoning and water to the beef, and stir. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the liquid has thickened. Set aside.
Step 3: Lay out each tortilla. Spread a layer of nacho cheese sauce in the center, top with 1/4 of the taco meat, 1/4 of the rice, drizzle 1 tablespoon of chipotle sauce, 1 tablespoon of sour cream, and a handful of tortilla strips.
Step 4: Fold the burrito by bringing up the bottom edge, folding in the sides, and rolling tightly. Make sure the seam is on the bottom to keep it secure.
Step 5: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded cheese directly onto the skillet. Place one burrito, seam-side down, on the cheese. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese has melted, browned, and stuck to the burrito.
Step 6: Carefully lift the burrito with a spatula, sprinkle another 1/4 cup of cheese on the skillet, and flip the burrito over to repeat the process on the other side. Once both sides are golden and crispy, remove from the skillet and set aside.
Step 7: Repeat with the remaining burritos. Serve hot and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

For extra heat, add diced jalapeños or hot sauce inside the burrito before folding.
Substitute ground chicken or turkey for a leaner option.
Use homemade creamy chipotle sauce for a fresher flavor.
Try adding black beans or corn to the filling for more texture and nutrients.

Storage

Store any leftover burritos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat or in the oven at 350°F until warmed through and crispy again. Avoid microwaving if you want to keep the crispy exterior.