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Taco Bell Beefy Melt Burrito (Copycat Recipe)

Taco Bell Beefy Melt Burrito (Copycat Recipe)
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This Taco Bell Beefy Melt Burrito copycat brings the fast-food favorite straight to your kitchen. Warm flour tortillas are stuffed with seasoned beef, beans and rice, crunchy Fritos, gooey cheese sauce, and sour cream—bold, cheesy, and incredibly satisfying. Perfect for a quick dinner or a fun DIY burrito night.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground beef

  • 1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning

  • ¼ cup water or beef broth

  • 1 cup refried beans (optional but recommended)

  • 2 cups cooked Mexican rice (or instant Mexican rice)

  • 4 burrito-size flour tortillas

  • 2 cups Fritos or Doritos

  • 1 cup cheese dip, warmed (such as queso)

  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

  • ½ cup sour cream

  • Salsa, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook the Beef

In a sauté pan over medium heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it apart, until no longer pink.
Add taco seasoning and water (or broth), stir, and cook for 1 more minute.
Stir in refried beans. If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of water until desired consistency.

2. Prep the Rice & Tortillas

Cook instant Mexican rice or warm leftover rice.
Heat tortillas in the microwave for about 30 seconds so they’re soft and pliable.

3. Assemble the Burritos

Lay a tortilla flat. Add:

  • A few tablespoons of beef mixture

  • A few tablespoons of rice

  • A handful of Fritos

  • A generous spoonful of warm cheese dip

  • Shredded cheese

  • A dollop of sour cream

Fold in the sides, then roll tightly into a burrito. Repeat with remaining tortillas.

4. Serve or Toast

Serve immediately, or toast burritos in a skillet over medium heat until lightly golden and crisp on the outside.
Serve with salsa if desired.

Notes

  • Best Fresh: These burritos taste best right after assembling—Fritos stay crispy.

  • Toasting Option: Pan-toasting adds crunch and helps seal the burrito.

  • Make-Ahead Rice & Beans: Freeze extra rice or beans to save time next round.

  • Freezing: If freezing, leave out the Fritos. Wrap individually and freeze up to 3 months.

  • Reheating: Microwave, stovetop, or oven—add chips after reheating.

Find it online: https://chocotune.com/taco-bell-beefy-melt-burrito-copycat-recipe/