Easy Grilled Cheese Burrito
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with the Easy Grilled Cheese Burrito! This delightful fusion combines gooey melted cheese and crispy tortillas, creating a satisfying dish ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for cozy nights or quick weeknight dinners, you can customize it to your liking with various fillings. Enjoy a cheesy hug that will leave your taste buds dancing!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 2 large flour tortillas (10 inches each)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup sour cream (optional)
- 1/4 cup salsa (mild or spicy)
Instructions
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Spread butter generously on one side of each tortilla.
- Place one tortilla butter-side down in the skillet, sprinkle half with cheese, and fold over.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Flip carefully and cook the other side until toasted.
- Remove from skillet, let cool slightly, slice in half, and serve with sour cream and salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, mix different cheeses like Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack. Add cooked chicken or sautéed vegetables for a heartier meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in a skillet.