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A close-up view of the cheesy beef burrito filling, showing the texture of the seasoned ground beef and nacho cheese sauce.

Taco Bell Beefy Melt Burrito Copycat Recipe

Skip the drive-thru! This spot-on Taco Bell Beefy Melt Burrito Copycat recipe delivers all the cheesy, savory flavor you love with perfectly seasoned beef, nacho cheese, and rice wrapped in a grilled tortilla. Easy, fast, and delicious!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 burritos
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Seasoned Beef
  • 1 lb lean ground beef 85/15 or 90/10
  • 2 tsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp beef bouillon granules or 1 cube
  • 1/2 cup water
For Assembly
  • 4 large (10-inch) flour tortillas
  • 1 cup cooked seasoned rice warmed
  • 1/2 cup nacho cheese sauce warmed
  • 1 cup shredded three-cheese blend
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Griddle or Pan

Instructions
 

  1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain excess grease.
  2. Stir in flour, chili powder, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, and beef bouillon. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the water, bring to a simmer, and cook for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens. Set aside.
  4. Warm the tortillas in the microwave for 20-30 seconds to make them pliable.
  5. Assemble each burrito by layering seasoned rice, nacho cheese, seasoned beef, three-cheese blend, and sour cream in the center of a warm tortilla.
  6. Fold the left and right sides of the tortilla in, then tightly roll the burrito from the bottom up.
  7. Place the burrito seam-side down on a preheated skillet or griddle over medium heat. Grill for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
  8. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Don't Overstuff: Be mindful of filling portions to ensure a tight, clean fold without tearing the tortilla.
Warm Your Fillings: Ensure the beef, rice, and nacho cheese are warm before assembly for the best melt.
Grill for Texture: Don't skip grilling the burrito! It seals the seam and adds a delicious, slightly crispy texture.
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