Cheesy Beef & Potato Burritos with Nacho Drizzle 🌯🧀🔥🥔✨
Crispy potatoes, spiced beef, and creamy nacho cheese bring the ultimate burrito comfort—air-fried and skillet-toasted for golden perfection. A hearty, indulgent meal that’s perfect for weeknights or party food.
Ingredients 🛒
For the Potatoes
- 3 large russet potatoes, cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
For the Beef Filling
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp oregano
- Salt & pepper to taste
For the Nacho Cheese Drizzle
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp flour
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Assembly
- 6 large flour tortillas
- Optional toppings: jalapeños, sour cream, salsa, chopped cilantro
Directions 👩🍳
- Air-fry potatoes: Toss cubed potatoes with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Air-fry at 200°C (400°F) for 15–20 minutes until crispy.
- Cook beef: In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Season with chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Make nacho cheese: Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, then add milk. Stir until thickened. Add cheddar and cayenne, whisk until smooth.
- Assemble burritos: Lay tortillas flat. Add a layer of crispy potatoes, spiced beef, and drizzle with nacho cheese.
- Toast: Fold burritos and toast in a skillet until golden and sealed.
- Serve: Slice in half, drizzle extra nacho cheese, and garnish with jalapeños or cilantro.
Tips
- Extra indulgence: Add bacon bits or sautéed peppers inside.
- Variation: Swap beef for shredded chicken or black beans for a vegetarian option.
- Serving idea: Pair with guacamole or pico de gallo.
Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Kcal: ~420 per burrito
Caption & Engagement
Caption: “Cheesy Beef & Potato Burritos—crispy, spicy, and dripping with nacho goodness 🌯🧀🔥🥔✨”
- Comment prompt: “Would you add jalapeños or keep it classic?”
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