My favorite easy Beef Burrito recipe is hearty, filling, and sure to taste just as good as your favorite Mexican restaurant! Seasoned ground beef, refried beans, cheese, rice, and salsa are loaded into flour tortillas to make these tasty beef burritos for a quick meal. I love to make these for an easy grab and go lunch on a busy weekend. My kids can’t get enough.
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What’s in This Beef Burrito Recipe?
If you ever ask Henry what he wants to eat, chances are he will respond “burritos with beef and cheese!”. He doesn’t let me add anything else, but I promise these other ingredients make the recipe even better. Still simple, and so delicious.
- Ground Beef: We prefer to use lean ground beef (90-95% lean) for less greasy burritos. If using a fattier beef, you will want to drain off some of the fat.
- Onion: Yellow onion adds an earthy and sweet flavor to the meat.
- Taco Seasoning: Adds that classic Mexican spice to the meat.
- Cilantro: Adds a pop of freshness to the meat.
- Tortillas: We love burrito-sized flour tortillas, but you can use smaller tortillas for mini burritos, or try corn or cassava for a different flavor.
- Refried Beans: The glue that holds these burritos together and helps bulk up the filling.
- Cheese: We like a classic Mexican cheese blend, but you can use any cheese your heart desires.
- Rice: Cooked rice helps to bulk up these burritos. You can make the rice up to a day in advance to save time.
- Salsa: Use your favorite jarred salsa, or make your own homemade salsa.
Notes from the Test Kitchen
If you’re looking for an easy Mexican recipe that comes together in under 30 minutes and is chock-full of flavor, look no further. This beef burrito recipe is the hero you need! Just sauté some beef and onion; spoon on some store-bought beans, salsa, and cheese; and bake.
Variations on Beef and Bean Burritos
You can use any kind of meat for this burrito recipe, such as chicken, pork, or turkey. You can also add in your favorite fillings, so don’t be afraid to get creative. Some queso dip, esquites, or pico de gallo would all be delish in these homemade burritos!
How to Store and Reheat
Store beef burritos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes, or until warmed through.
How to Freeze
Freeze bean and beef burritos tightly wrapped in aluminum foil for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Serving Suggestions
I love to serve these loaded beef burritos with classic Mexican sides, like cilantro lime rice and more refried beans. Your next burrito night is going to be next-level with these delicious homemade beef burritos! And don’t forget a margarita pitcher!
Beef Burrito Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- ½ yellow onion chopped
- 1 ounce taco seasoning (1 packet)
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
- 6 burrito-sized flour tortillas
- 16 ounces refried beans warmed (1 can)
- 1½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup salsa use your favorite
- Sour cream optional, for serving
- Hot sauce optional, for serving
- Guacamole optional, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Add the beef and onion to a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Cook, breaking the beef apart with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink. Add in the taco seasoning and cook for another minute. Stir in the cilantro.1 pound lean ground beef, ½ yellow onion, 1 ounce taco seasoning, 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
- Place a tortilla on your work surface. Spread on some refried beans and top with rice, beef mixture, cheese, and salsa. Wrap tightly and place on the parchment lined baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining burritos.6 burrito-sized flour tortillas, 16 ounces refried beans, 1½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, 2 cups cooked rice, 1 cup salsa
- Bake for 5-10 minutes until the cheese has melted and the burrito is slightly crispy. Serve with your favorite condiments.Sour cream, Hot sauce, Guacamole
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Becky’s Tips
- To melt the cheese without crisping up the tortilla, wrap the burritos in foil before baking.
- Depending on how full you stuff your burritos, you may need 8 tortillas.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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How to Make This Beef Burrito Recipe Step by Step
Cook the Filling: Preheat your oven to 375°F, then line a baking sheet with parchment paper and it set aside. Add 1 pound of lean ground beef and ½ of a chopped yellow onion to a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Cook, breaking the beef apart with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink. Add in 1 ounce (or 1 packet) of taco seasoning and cook for another minute. Stir in 2 tablespoons of minced fresh cilantro.
Assemble the Burritos: Place 1 burrito-sized tortilla on your work surface. Spread on about ⅓ cup of refried beans, then top with ⅓ cup of cooked rice, ⅙ of the beef mixture, ¼ cup of cheese, and ⅙ cup of salsa. Tightly wrap the tortillas around the filling, and place the finished burrito on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining burritos.
Bake the Burritos: Bake the beef burritos for 5-10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is slightly crispy. Serve with your favorite condiments, like guacamole, sour cream, salsa, or taco sauce.
Easy and delicious!