Description
This Grilled Cheese Burrito is a delicious fusion dish combining the melty goodness of cheddar cheese with savory fillings like shredded chicken, black beans, and corn, all wrapped inside a warm flour tortilla. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, it’s simple to make with just a few ingredients and cooked on the stovetop to golden, crispy perfection.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked chicken, shredded (optional)
- 1/4 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tbsp salsa
For Cooking and Serving
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the tortilla with cheese: Lay one tortilla flat on a clean surface and evenly spread the shredded cheddar cheese over the entire surface to ensure every bite has melty cheese.
- Add the fillings: On one half of the cheese-covered tortilla, add the shredded cooked chicken, black beans, corn kernels, and drizzle salsa evenly on top.
- Fold the burrito: Carefully fold the tortilla over the fillings to form a half-moon shape, pressing gently to keep everything inside.
- Heat the skillet and melt butter: Place a skillet over medium heat and melt the butter, creating a non-stick surface for the burrito.
- Grill the burrito: Place the folded tortilla in the skillet and cook until the underside is golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes, then carefully flip and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes until cheese is fully melted and the tortilla is nicely browned.
- Serve: Remove from skillet, slice the burrito in half for easy serving, and add a dollop of sour cream if desired for extra creaminess.
Notes
- Feel free to omit the chicken to make this a vegetarian dish.
- Use fresh or thawed frozen corn for best texture.
- Adjust the salsa level to your spice preference.
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with any melting cheese like Monterey Jack or mozzarella.
- To make it spicier, add jalapeños or hot sauce inside.
