Chopped Cheese Loaded Burritos

Ingredients:

For the Burritos:

• 4 large flour tortillas
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup salsa

Additional Toppings (Optional):

• Jalapeños, sliced
• Black olives, sliced
• Fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions:

Cook the Beef:

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned.
3. Stir in the onions, green bell pepper, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Assemble the Burritos:

1. Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave to make them pliable.
2. Down the center of each tortilla, layer the cooked beef mixture, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, and shredded lettuce.
3. Add a dollop of sour cream and salsa over the toppings.
4. If desired, add jalapeños, black olives, and cilantro for extra flavor.

Roll the Burritos:

1. Fold the bottom of the tortilla up over the filling, then fold in the sides and roll tightly to close.

Serve:

1. Serve the burritos immediately, with additional salsa and sour cream on the side if desired.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Calories: 620 kcal per serving

Servings: 4 servings