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Chili Cheese Tot Burritos

Name: Chili Cheese Tot Burritos
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 (28 oz) bag tater tots; 1 lb ground beef; 1 packet chili seasoning mix; 1 (15 oz) can chili beans; 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chiles; 4 large flour tortillas; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup nacho cheese sauce

Chili Cheese Tot Burritos are a quick weeknight meal combining seasoned ground beef chili, crispy tater tots, sour cream, and two cheeses wrapped in a large flour tortilla and toasted until golden brown.

🌍American 🏷️Burrito 🏷️Chili cheese 🏷️Tater tots 🏷️Ground beef Tex-mex

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Total

20 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$19–$31

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Ingredients

1 (28 oz) bag tater tots
1 lb ground beef
1 packet chili seasoning mix
1 (15 oz) can chili beans
1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chiles
4 large flour tortillas
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup nacho cheese sauce

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Instructions

1
Air fry the tater tots according to package directions until golden and crispy.
2
While the tots are cooking, add the ground beef to a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook until browned. Drain any excess grease.
3
Stir in the chili seasoning packet, can of chili beans, and can of diced tomatoes with green chiles. Reduce heat and let it simmer.
4
Lay a large flour tortilla on a flat surface. In the center, layer sour cream, shredded cheese, a scoop of crispy tater tots, the chili mixture, and a drizzle of nacho cheese sauce.
5
Fold the sides of the tortilla in, then roll it up tightly to form a burrito.
6
Place the burrito seam-side down in a hot, dry skillet. Toast for 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown and sealed.
7
Repeat with the remaining ingredients. Slice in half and serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Cook tater tots until golden and fully crispy before assembling; undercooked tots will release moisture and make the burrito soggy.
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for 10–15 seconds per side before filling to improve flexibility and prevent cracking.
Toast filled burritos seam-side down in a buttered skillet over medium-high heat until the exterior is golden and crispy (2–3 minutes per side), pressing gently to help the cheese melt and bind.
Drain excess fat from the cooked ground beef before mixing with chili seasoning and tomatoes to avoid a greasy filling.

Substitutions

Chili seasoning mix → 2 tablespoons homemade chili powder blend with cumin and garlic powder (adjust salt to taste)
Nacho cheese sauce → warm queso dip or melted American cheese mixed with a splash of milk
Sour cream → Mexican crema or Greek yogurt (thinner consistency but similar tang)
Canned chili beans → black beans or pinto beans, drained and rinsed (note: texture will be slightly less thick)

Storage & make-ahead

Store cooled burritos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat in a skillet over medium heat or in a 350°F oven for 10–12 minutes until warmed through.

Common Questions

Can I assemble these burritos ahead of time?

Yes. Assemble the burritos, wrap individually in foil, refrigerate up to 24 hours, then toast in a skillet or oven before serving.

What type of tater tots work best?

Frozen shredded-style tater tots are ideal; cook them according to package directions until golden and crispy before wrapping to prevent soggy burritos.

Can I use a different cheese?

Yes. Monterey Jack, pepper jack, or Mexican blend cheese can replace cheddar. Nacho cheese sauce is harder to substitute but a cheese dip works.

How do I keep the tortillas from tearing?

Use large flour tortillas (10+ inches) and warm them slightly before filling to increase pliability.

Can I make this vegetarian?

Substitute the ground beef with crumbled firm tofu or a plant-based ground beef alternative, or double the beans and add sautéed peppers and onions for bulk.