Description
Cheesy Beef Queso Burritos
These juicy, cheesy beef burritos are packed with seasoned ground beef, fresh veggies, and smothered in a creamy queso sauce—perfect for a satisfying meal!
Ingredients:
For the Beef Filling:
1 lb ground beef
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp cumin
½ cup diced tomatoes
¼ cup chopped cilantro
For the Queso Cheese Sauce:
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp flour
1 cup milk
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp chili powder
1 tbsp diced jalapeños (optional for spice)
For the Burritos:
4 large flour tortillas
½ cup chopped lettuce (optional)
½ cup chopped onions
½ cup shredded cheese (extra for filling)
Instructions:
Cook the Beef:
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula.
Stir in salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cumin.
Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned, then mix in diced tomatoes and cilantro.
Make the Queso Sauce:
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
Slowly whisk in milk, then add cheddar cheese, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, and jalapeños.
Stir until smooth and creamy.
Assemble the Burritos:
Warm flour tortillas in a pan for a few seconds.
Spread cooked beef onto each tortilla.
Add lettuce, onions, shredded cheese, and drizzle with queso sauce.
Roll up tightly into a burrito.
Grill & Serve:
Heat a pan and lightly toast each burrito for 1-2 minutes per side for a crispy exterior.
Cut in half and serve with extra queso sauce.
Enjoy these cheesy, juicy, and flavorful burritos—perfect for a quick and satisfying meal!
Would you like to add rice or a spicier version?