By Becky Hardin
Updated Feb 28, 2025
My favorite easy Beef Burrito recipe is hearty, filling, and sure to taste just as good as your favorite Mexican restaurant! Seasoned ground beef, refried beans, cheese, rice, and salsa are loaded into flour tortillas to make these tasty beef burritos for a quick meal. I love to make these for an easy grab-and-go lunch on a busy weekend. My kids can’t get enough.
Notes from the Test Kitchen
If you’re looking for an easy Mexican recipe that comes together in under 30 minutes and is chock-full of flavor, look no further. This beef burrito recipe is the hero you need! Just sauté some beef and onion; spoon on some store-bought beans, salsa, and cheese; and bake.
Variations on Beef and Bean Burritos
You can use any kind of meat for this burrito recipe, such as chicken, pork, or turkey. You can also add in your favorite fillings, so don’t be afraid to get creative. Some queso dip , esquites , or pico de gallo would all be delish in these homemade burritos!
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- ▢ 1 pound lean ground beef
- ▢ ½ yellow onion chopped
- ▢ 1 ounce taco seasoning (1 packet)
- ▢ 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
- ▢ 6 burrito-sized flour tortillas
- ▢ 16 ounces refried beans warmed (1 can)
- ▢ 1½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- ▢ 2 cups cooked rice
- ▢ 1 cup salsa Use your favorite jarred salsa, or make your own homemade salsa .
- ▢ Sour cream optional, for serving
- ▢ Hot sauce optional, for serving
- ▢ Guacamole optional, for serving
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Add the beef and onion to a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Cook, breaking the beef apart with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink. Add in the taco seasoning and cook for another minute. Stir in the cilantro. 1 pound lean ground beef, ½ yellow onion, 1 ounce taco seasoning, 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
- Place a tortilla on your work surface. Spread on some refried beans and top with rice, beef mixture, cheese, and salsa. Wrap tightly and place on the parchment lined baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining burritos. 6 burrito-sized flour tortillas, 16 ounces refried beans, 1½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, 2 cups cooked rice, 1 cup salsa
- Bake for 5-10 minutes until the cheese has melted and the burrito is slightly crispy. Serve with your favorite condiments. Sour cream, Hot sauce, Guacamole
Becky’s Tips
- To melt the cheese without crisping up the tortilla, wrap the burritos in foil before baking.
- If using a fattier beef, you will want to drain off some of the fat.
- Depending on how full you stuff your burritos, you may need 8 tortillas.
- We love burrito-sized flour tortillas, but you can use smaller tortillas for mini burritos, or try corn or cassava for a different flavor.
- You can make the rice up to a day in advance to save time.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make This Beef Burrito Recipe Step by Step
Cook the Filling: Preheat your oven to 375°F, then line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Add 1 pound of lean ground beef and ½ of chopped yellow onion to a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Cook, breaking the beef apart with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink. Add in 1 ounce (or 1 packet) of taco seasoning and cook for another minute. Stir in 2 tablespoons of minced fresh cilantro.
Assemble the Burritos: Place 1 burrito-sized tortilla on your work surface. Spread on about ⅓ cup of refried beans, then top with ⅓ cup of cooked rice, ⅙ of the beef mixture, ¼ cup of cheese, and ⅙ cup of salsa. Tightly wrap the tortillas around the filling , and place the finished burrito on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining burritos.
Bake the Burritos: Bake the beef burritos for 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is slightly crispy.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve with your favorite condiments, like guacamole , sour cream, salsa , or taco sauce .
How to Store and Reheat
Store beef burritos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes or until warmed through.
How to Freeze
Freeze bean and beef burritos tightly wrapped in aluminum foil for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Serving Suggestions
I love to serve these loaded beef burritos with classic Mexican sides, like cilantro lime rice and more refried beans . Your next burrito night is going to be next-level with these delicious homemade beef burritos! And don’t forget a margarita pitcher !
More burrito recipes to try
Crockpot Chicken Burritos
California Burritos
Chicken Burrito Bowl with Copycat Chipotle Chicken
Make Ahead Breakfast Burritos
Beef Burrito Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- ½ yellow onion chopped
- 1 ounce taco seasoning (1 packet)
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
- 6 burrito-sized flour tortillas
- 16 ounces refried beans warmed (1 can)
- 1½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup salsa Use your favorite jarred salsa, or make your own homemade salsa .
- Sour cream optional, for serving
- Hot sauce optional, for serving
- Guacamole optional, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Add the beef and onion to a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Cook, breaking the beef apart with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink. Add in the taco seasoning and cook for another minute. Stir in the cilantro. 1 pound lean ground beef, ½ yellow onion, 1 ounce taco seasoning, 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
- Place a tortilla on your work surface. Spread on some refried beans and top with rice, beef mixture, cheese, and salsa. Wrap tightly and place on the parchment lined baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining burritos. 6 burrito-sized flour tortillas, 16 ounces refried beans, 1½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, 2 cups cooked rice, 1 cup salsa
- Bake for 5-10 minutes until the cheese has melted and the burrito is slightly crispy. Serve with your favorite condiments. Sour cream, Hot sauce, Guacamole
Video
Notes
- To melt the cheese without crisping up the tortilla, wrap the burritos in foil before baking.
- If using a fattier beef, you will want to drain off some of the fat.
- Depending on how full you stuff your burritos, you may need 8 tortillas.
- We love burrito-sized flour tortillas, but you can use smaller tortillas for mini burritos, or try corn or cassava for a different flavor.
- You can make the rice up to a day in advance to save time.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
