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Easy Ground Beef Burrito Recipe – One-Skillet Family Meal!

Looking for a quick and delicious meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights? This easy one-skillet ground beef burrito combines all your favorite flavors—savory ground beef, hearty black beans, gooey melted cheese, and zesty salsa—into one pan for minimal cleanup. It’s a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish that’s ready in just 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 15-ounce can black beans, partially drained
  • 1 cup salsa
  • ⅔ cup water
  • 1 1-ounce package taco seasoning
  • 4 8-inch flour tortillas, cut into strips
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 8-ounce carton sour cream, or to taste

Method
 

  1. Brown the Beef
  2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and crumbly. Remove the beef from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.
  3. Mix the Base Ingredients
  4. Return the beef to the skillet and stir in the black beans, salsa, water, and taco seasoning. Mix well to combine and bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Add Tortilla Strips and Cheese
  6. Reduce the heat slightly and sprinkle the tortilla strips evenly over the mixture. Top with shredded Cheddar cheese.
  7. Simmer and Melt
  8. Cover the skillet and let the dish simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and the tortilla strips soften.
  9. Serve
  10. Remove the skillet from the heat. Top with sour cream and any additional toppings you love, such as diced avocado, cilantro, or chopped tomatoes. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

    • Tortilla Options: Swap flour tortillas for corn tortillas or a gluten-free alternative to suit dietary preferences.
    • Extra Crunch: Toast the tortilla strips in the oven before adding them to the skillet for a crispier texture.
    • Storage Tips: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave.

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