Here’s a simple and tasty Burrito recipe—you can make it with beef, chicken, or beans 🌯
Basic Burrito
Ingredients (makes 4 burritos)
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 lb cooked protein (ground beef, shredded chicken, or black beans)
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
- 1 cup cooked or canned beans (optional)
- ½ cup salsa or pico de gallo
- ¼ cup sour cream (optional)
- Lettuce, chopped (optional)
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning (if using meat)
Instructions
- Prepare filling
- If using meat, cook with taco seasoning until fully cooked.
- Warm beans and rice.
- Warm tortillas
- Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for 20 seconds until soft and pliable.
- Assemble burritos
- Lay a tortilla flat. Add a layer of rice, protein, beans, cheese, salsa, and any optional toppings.
- Fold sides over, then roll from bottom to top to seal.
- Optional: crisp burrito
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place burrito seam-side down and cook 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Serve
- Serve warm with extra salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.
Tips & Variations
- Breakfast burrito: Scrambled eggs, sausage, cheese, and potatoes.
- Vegetarian: Use beans, rice, roasted veggies, and cheese.
- Freezer-friendly: Wrap in foil and freeze; reheat in the oven.
- Sauce it up: Add chipotle mayo, hot sauce, or enchilada sauce inside.
I can also give you a loaded burrito with all the toppings, a smoky chicken burrito, or a quick 10-minute burrito version.
