Taco Bell Beefy Melt Burrito

Here’s a homemade recipe for the Taco Bell-style Beefy Melt Burrito, inspired by its original ingredients. This version recreates the taste and texture pretty closely.

🌯 Homemade Beefy Melt Burrito (Taco Bell Style)

📝 Ingredients (makes 2 burritos)

For the beef:

1/2 lb ground beef
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
Salt & pepper to taste
2 tbsp water (to mix with spices)

Other components:

1 cup cooked seasoned rice (see note below)
1/4 cup nacho cheese sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1/2 cup shredded three-cheese blend (cheddar, mozzarella, Monterey Jack)
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup crunchy tortilla strips (store-bought or crushed tortilla chips)
2 large flour tortillas (10–12 inch)

🍚 Optional – Seasoned Rice Recipe

Cook 1 cup of white rice, then stir in:

1 tbsp butter
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
Dash of paprika and lime juice

👨‍🍳 Instructions

Cook the beef:
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat.
- Drain excess grease.
- Mix spices and water in a small bowl; pour over beef.
- Stir and simmer for a few minutes until thickened and well-coated.
Warm up components:
- Heat the nacho cheese sauce.
- Warm tortillas in a pan or microwave until soft and pliable.
Assemble the burritos:
- In the center of each tortilla, layer in this order:
  1. 1/2 cup seasoned rice
  2. 1/4 cup beef
  3. 2 tbsp nacho cheese sauce
  4. 2 tbsp shredded cheese
  5. 2 tbsp sour cream
  6. 2 tbsp tortilla strips or crushed chips
Fold and wrap:
- Fold in the sides, then roll tightly from bottom to top like a classic burrito.
- Optional: toast the burrito seam-side down in a dry skillet for 1–2 minutes for a crispy finish.

🔁 Variations

Spicier: Add jalapeños or use spicy nacho cheese.
Vegetarian: Swap beef with black beans or plant-based ground “meat.”
Extra cheesy: Add a little shredded cheese inside and melt it in the pan after wrapping.