Description
This Cheesy Spicy Mexican Pizza Burritos recipe combines the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine into a convenient, handheld meal. Filled with seasoned refried beans, savory ground meat, fresh veggies, and melted Mexican cheese, these burritos are baked to crispy perfection and served with cool sour cream and guacamole for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 cup salsa (choose your preferred heat level)
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1/2 cup cooked ground beef or turkey (optional)
- 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Vegetables & Garnish
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup diced jalapeños
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (red, green, or yellow)
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Serving
- Sour cream for serving
- Guacamole for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the burritos.
- Season Refried Beans: In a medium bowl, combine refried beans with taco seasoning and crushed red pepper flakes to infuse the beans with a spicy, flavorful kick.
- Prepare Tortillas: Lay the flour tortillas flat on a clean surface or baking sheet to assemble your burritos.
- Spread Beans: Spread a generous layer of the seasoned refried beans over each tortilla, leaving about an inch from the edges to make rolling easier.
- Add Meat: Evenly distribute the cooked ground beef or turkey over the beans if you choose to include it.
- Add Salsa and Cheese: Spoon salsa on top of the meat and beans, then sprinkle shredded Mexican cheese blend evenly over the salsa.
- Add Vegetables: Top each tortilla with diced jalapeños, black olives, diced bell peppers, and sliced green onions for added texture and flavor.
- Roll Burritos: Carefully roll each tortilla into a burrito shape, folding the sides in as you roll to secure the fillings inside.
- Arrange for Baking: Place the rolled burritos seam side down on a lightly greased baking sheet to prevent them from opening during baking.
- Brush with Olive Oil: Brush the tops of the burritos with olive oil to help create a crispy, golden exterior as they bake.
- Bake: Bake the burritos in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until tortillas are golden and cheese inside is melted and bubbly.
- Rest and Slice: Remove from oven, let cool for a few minutes to set, then slice each burrito in half for easier serving.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro and serve with sour cream and guacamole on the side for a creamy, cooling complement.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit the cooked ground beef or turkey.
- You can customize the salsa’s heat level based on your preference.
- Use fresh tortillas for the best texture, and avoid overfilling to make rolling easier.
- Leftover burritos can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- Feel free to add extra toppings like avocado slices or pickled jalapeños for extra flavor.
