Grilled Cheese Burritos
Grilled Cheese Burritos combine the melty goodness of cheese with the crispy warmth of grilled tortillas, packed with your choice of protein and fresh veggies for a quick, versatile, and kid-friendly comfort meal perfect for lunch, dinner, or snack time.
- Author: Kathy
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 burritos
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican Fusion
- Diet: Gluten Free (when using gluten-free tortillas)
Tortillas and Cheese
- Flour tortillas (soft, sturdy, enough to hold fillings)
- Cheese blend (cheddar and Monterey Jack shredded, about 1 to 1½ cups)
Protein Options
- Cooked shredded chicken, beef, or beans (about 1 to 1½ cups)
Fresh Vegetables
- Diced tomatoes (½ cup)
- Diced onions (¼ cup)
- Bell peppers, diced (½ cup)
Spices and Herbs
- Ground cumin (1 teaspoon)
- Chili powder (1 teaspoon)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (2 tablespoons)
For Grilling
- Butter or oil (2 tablespoons, for grilling)
- Prep Your Ingredients: Shred the cheese, dice the veggies, and cook your choice of protein. Having everything ready makes the cooking process smooth and easy.
- Assemble the Burritos: Lay a tortilla flat and evenly layer shredded cheese, cooked protein, diced vegetables, and seasonings in the center. Avoid overfilling to prevent bursting or soggy tortillas.
- Fold and Roll: Fold the sides of the tortilla toward the center, then roll tightly from one end to the other, ensuring a compact burrito.
- Grill Until Golden: Heat a skillet over medium heat, add butter or oil, and place the burrito seam side down first. Grill each side 2-3 minutes until the tortilla is golden brown, crispy, and cheese is melted inside.
- Slice and Serve: Remove from skillet, let the burrito rest briefly, then slice in half to reveal the melty, cheesy filling before serving.
Notes
- Use high-quality cheese for the best melt and flavor.
- Do not overfill to avoid bursting or soggy texture.
- Grill over medium heat to prevent burning or under-crisping.
- Lightly butter or oil the outside of the tortilla for a golden crust.
- Allow burritos to rest after grilling so fillings set and don’t spill.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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