Chopped Cheese Loaded Burritos

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:

  1. 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.
  1. 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.
  1. Roll the Burritos:
  • Fold the bottom of the tortilla up over the filling, then fold in the sides and roll tightly to close.
  1. 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! 🌯🧀🌶️