Easy Beef Burrito Skillet
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Easy Beef Burrito Skillet
Description
This Beef Burrito Skillet recipe uses ground beef browned and mixed with taco seasoning, water, chunky salsa, and drained black beans to create a flavorful filling simmered until thickened. The addition of sliced flour tortillas stirred in towards the end adds a soft yet slightly chewy texture that complements the rich, saucy mixture.
The skillet is then topped with shredded Mexican blend cheese, which melts into the hot mixture, creating a creamy layer. A dollop of sour cream in the center provides tang and coolness, while sliced green onions add a mild sharpness and freshness.
Serving immediately ensures the cheese remains melted and the tortillas tender. The recipe suggests using mild salsa for child-friendly versions and slicing tortillas by stacking and cutting with a pizza cutter for convenience. This dish is a complete one-pan meal combining protein, beans, and carbs efficiently.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 (1 oz) package taco seasoning Old El Paso brand
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup salsa chunky
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans rinsed and drained
- 4 (6 inch) flour tortillas Old El Paso brand, sliced into 1-inch strips
- 1 cup Mexican blend cheese shredded
- 1/2 /2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 /4 cup green onion sliced
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown beef until no longer pink. Drain. Add taco seasoning, water, salsa, and beans. Cook over medium heat for 3-5 minutes or until the sauce thickens. Reduce heat to low.
- Stir in the tortilla strips and then top with cheese. Remove skillet from heat and let cheese melt.
- Top with sour cream in the center and sprinkle with green onions. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For milder flavor suitable for children, select a mild salsa variety.
- Stack tortillas and slice them into strips using a pizza cutter to speed up preparation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1grams |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.