Name: Easy Cheesy Potato Burritos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: Large flour tortillas; Cooked seasoned ground beef; Tater tots; Shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice); Sour cream; Salsa; Chopped green onions (optional); Salt and pepper to taste

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why make this recipe

Easy Cheesy Potato Burritos are fast, filling, and tasty. They use simple store items like tater tots and cooked beef. You get a crunchy and cheesy bite in every roll. These burritos work for a quick dinner, a packed lunch, or a snack for guests.

introduction

This recipe is simple and uses things you likely have at home. Cook the tater tots in the oven, heat the seasoned beef, add cheese and toppings, then roll. If you want a side, try a small sweet potato dish like air fryer sweet potato to go with your burritos.

how to make Easy Cheesy Potato Burritos

Make sure the tater tots are hot and crispy. Warm the tortillas so they fold easier. Add beef, tater tots, cheese, sour cream, and salsa. Fold the sides, roll tightly, and serve warm. For a quick bread side, you can pair this meal with an easy cheesy quick bread from another simple recipe.

Ingredients :

Large flour tortillas
Cooked seasoned ground beef
Tater tots
Shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
Sour cream
Salsa
Chopped green onions (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions :

Preheat your oven to cook the tater tots according to package instructions.
In a skillet, heat your seasoned ground beef until fully cooked.
Once the tater tots are crispy, remove them from the oven.
Lay a flour tortilla flat and add a scoop of ground beef, a handful of crispy tater tots, and a generous sprinkle of shredded cheese.
Add a dollop of sour cream and salsa, and sprinkle with green onions if desired.
Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling and roll it up tightly.
Repeat with remaining tortillas.
Serve warm with additional toppings if desired.

how to serve Easy Cheesy Potato Burritos

Serve them warm on a plate. Add extra salsa and sour cream on the side. You can cut each burrito in half for easy eating. A small salad or the suggested quick bread makes a good side.

how to store Easy Cheesy Potato Burritos

Cool the burritos to room temperature. Wrap each burrito in foil or plastic wrap. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze wrapped burritos for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven or air fryer until hot.

tips to make Easy Cheesy Potato Burritos

Warm the tortillas a little to stop them from cracking when you fold them.
Use extra cheese if you like a gooey center.
Drain any extra grease from the beef before adding it to the tortilla.
For busy nights, prep beef and tater tots ahead and reheat before assembling. Also see simple baking ideas for busy evenings at 10 easy baking solutions.

variation (if any)

Use shredded chicken or black beans instead of ground beef.
Add chopped bell peppers or corn for more vegetables.
Swap tater tots for diced roasted potatoes or hash browns.
Make a vegetarian version with seasoned cooked mushrooms and beans.

FAQs

Q: Can I use frozen tortillas?
A: Yes. Thaw and warm them briefly so they fold easily.

Q: Can I bake the burritos after assembling?
A: Yes. Place them seam-side down and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes to warm through and melt the cheese.

Q: How do I keep the burritos from getting soggy?
A: Let hot ingredients cool slightly and drain excess liquid from salsa or beef. Add wet toppings like sour cream just before serving.

Q: Can I make these ahead for meal prep?
A: Yes. Assemble and wrap, then refrigerate for 2–3 days or freeze for longer. Reheat well before eating.

Conclusion

For a similar take on cheesy beef and potato burritos, see this detailed recipe for inspiration: Cheesy Beef and Potato Burritos – Cooking in the Midwest.