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Cheesy Beef and Potato Burritos


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  • Author: Mia
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 5 large burritos

Description

Crispy air-fried potatoes, spiced ground beef, and melty nacho cheese wrapped in a golden tortilla—these loaded burritos are pure comfort food.


Ingredients

→ Potatoes:

3 large potatoes, peeled and diced

Olive oil (enough to coat)

Salt, to taste

Pepper, to taste

Garlic powder, to taste

Paprika, to taste

→ Beef Filling:

1 lb ground beef

½ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon pepper

2 teaspoons chili powder

1 teaspoon cumin

1 teaspoon dried cilantro

1 teaspoon paprika

½ cup water

1 tablespoon minced garlic

→ Burrito Assembly:

Nacho cheese (store-bought or homemade)

5 burrito-size flour tortillas

Taco sauce (for added flavor)


Instructions

1. Cook the Potatoes:

Peel and cube the potatoes. Toss them in olive oil with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.

Cook in an air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 25 minutes, shaking the basket occasionally.

2. Make the Beef Filling:

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef.

Add salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, cilantro, paprika, and garlic.

Stir in ½ cup water and simmer until thickened. Keep warm on low heat.

3. Assemble the Burritos:

Lay out a tortilla. Spread a layer of nacho cheese, followed by a scoop of beef, a spoonful of taco sauce, crispy potatoes, and another layer of cheese.

Roll tightly into a burrito shape.

4. Grill the Burritos:

Place burritos seam-side down in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Cook until golden brown and crisp on all sides.

Notes

Use leftover roasted potatoes to save time.

Swap ground beef for ground turkey or black beans for a lighter or vegetarian version.

Add jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat.

Burritos can be wrapped and frozen before grilling for make-ahead meals.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Air Frying + Pan Grilling
  • Cuisine: American-Mexican Fusion