Description
A comforting twist on a classic, the grilled cheese burrito combines crispy tortillas with molten cheese and your choice of add-ins for an easy, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 flour tortillas (8–10 inch)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (about 4 oz / 113 g) — cheddar, mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or a blend
- 1 tablespoon butter (for skillet)
- Optional fillings: 2–3 strips of cooked bacon or ham, 1/4 cup sautéed vegetables (bell pepper, onion, mushrooms), 1/4 cup black beans or refried beans, sliced jalapeños or spices for heat
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over it.
- Add any optional fillings if desired.
- Top with the second tortilla and cook until the bottom is golden brown, about 3–5 minutes.
- Carefully flip the burrito and cook the other side until golden and the cheese is melted, about 3–5 minutes more.
- Remove from skillet, slice in half, and serve warm.
Notes
For better melting, grate cheese finely. Customize tortillas with drier fillings and avoid excess moisture. This burrito can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 860
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 58g
- Saturated Fat: 28g
- Unsaturated Fat: 30g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg