Fuzzyhead's Favorite Saucy Burritos

Looking for a hearty and flavor-packed dinner idea? Fuzzyhead's Favorite Saucy Burritos are the ultimate comfort food, combining perfectly seasoned ground beef, aromatic spices, and a rich tomato-based sauce, all wrapped up in soft, pillowy tortillas. These saucy burritos are topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese for a truly irresistible dish. With a quick 15-minute prep and simple steps, they’re easy enough for weeknight meals yet impressive enough for guests. Don’t forget the finishing touches—cool dollops of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh green onions take these baked burritos over the top. Perfectly customizable and endlessly satisfying, they’re a must-try recipe for Mexican-inspired dinner lovers!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (with juices)
• 8 ounces tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 flour tortillas (large burrito size)
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup sour cream (for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons sliced green onions (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Sprinkle the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper over the beef and stir well to combine.

Step 6

Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juices) and tomato sauce. Stir everything together and bring to a simmer.

Step 7

Allow the mixture to simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly. Stir in the chopped cilantro and remove from heat.

Step 8

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 9

Place a large flour tortilla on a clean surface. Spoon about 1/2 cup of the beef mixture down the center of the tortilla, then sprinkle with a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 10

Fold the sides of the tortilla inwards, then roll it up tightly into a burrito. Repeat for the remaining tortillas and filling.

Step 11

Arrange the rolled burritos seam-side down in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 12

Spoon any remaining sauce over the top of the burritos, then sprinkle evenly with the remaining shredded cheese.

Step 13

Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 14

Remove from oven and let the burritos rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 15

Garnish with sour cream and sliced green onions, and serve hot. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2027.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3714.1

Total Fat 222.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 104.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 603.2mg	0%
Sodium 8054.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 257.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.3g	0%
Total Sugars 33.2g
Protein 174.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2289.2mg	0%
Iron 23.8mg	0%
Potassium 2660.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.6%

Protein: 18.8%

Carbs: 27.7%