Description
Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of a homemade Taco Bell Quesarito, a fusion of burrito and quesadilla that combines savory seasoned beef with creamy cheese and zesty salsa. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for family dinners, casual gatherings, or whenever you’re craving a hearty meal. With its cheesy goodness wrapped in soft tortillas and customizable toppings, this dish ensures satisfaction for both kids and adults alike. Gather your ingredients and prepare to enjoy every delicious bite of this comforting Tex-Mex favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 flour tortillas (burrito size)
- 1 cup nacho cheese sauce
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 cup chunky salsa
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 1/2 cups uncooked white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté chopped onions until translucent. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in taco seasoning and water; simmer until thickened.
- In a pot, combine uncooked rice with chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer until rice is tender.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together salsa, sour cream, chipotle sauce, garlic salt, cumin, chili powder, sugar, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
- On each tortilla, spread nacho cheese sauce. Layer with cooked rice and beef filling. Top with sauce mixture and shredded cheese. Roll tightly into burritos.
- In a clean skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Place rolled quesadillas seam-side down; cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Quesarito (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg