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This Beef Burrito recipe is unapologetically flavorful, supremely crunchy, customizable, portable, easy to make, make-ahead friendly and freezer friendly – or in other words, the perfect recipe!  Juicy chili spiced meat, fluffy cilantro lime rice, hearty black beans, gooey cheese, guacamole and either sour cream or chipotle sauce are cocooned in a crispy tortilla that can be toasted in the air fryer, skillet or oven. Add these Beef Burritos to your 30-minute weeknight arsenal along with a side of pina colada fruit salad for a simple yet satisfying meal the whole family will love.

INGREDIENTS

BEEF
1/2 TBS olive oil
1/2 onion, chopped
1 pound lean ground beef
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tsp EACH ground cumin, smoked paprika, onion powder, dried oregano, salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, more or less to taste
4-6 garlic cloves, minced (or 1 tsp powder)
1/4 cup salsa
1 4 oz. can mild diced green chilies
BURRITOS
6-8 burritos size flour tortillas (10-12 inch)
2 cups Cilantro Lime Rice or plain rice seasoned with lime, salt and pepper*
2 cups black beans or pinto beans rinsed, drained
1 recipe chipotle sauce (or sour cream or Greek yogurt)
guacamole (homemade or store-bought)
1 ½ cups shredded sharp or Monterrey Jack cheese

INSTRUCTIONS

If baking: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Add a baking rack on top of a baking sheet and spray with cooking spray; set aside.
COOK BEEF
Heat ½ tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and saute for 2 minutes. Add the beef and cook while crumbling. When the beef is almost browned, drain off some of the excess grease.
Add the seasonings, garlic, salsa and green chilies and continue to cook until beef is completely cooked through. Taste and season with additional cayenne pepper if desired; set aside to slightly cool.