Grilled Cheese Burrito
A delicious twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich, wrapped in a warm tortilla, featuring a gooey cheese center and a crispy exterior.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- Large flour tortillas
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese (or your favorite)
- 3 oz. Cream cheese
- 1 tsp Butter or olive oil
- Optional add-ins: Cooked chicken, sautéed veggies, or salsa
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of shredded cheese with 3 oz. of softened cream cheese and any optional add-ins.
- Warm a tortilla in a skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds.
- Spread about ½ cup of the cheese mixture in the center of the warm tortilla.
- Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll it from the bottom up, tucking the filling tightly.
- Add 1 tsp of butter or oil to the skillet and place the burrito seam-side down. Cook for 2-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Check for a crispy exterior and melty inside. Remove from heat and let it rest for a minute before slicing.
Notes
Feel free to customize the fillings for different flavor profiles. Serve with crispy wedges, salad, or soup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: grilled cheese, burrito, comfort food, easy recipe, family-friendly
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