Description
Hearty and comforting burritos filled with seasoned potatoes, melty cheese, and savory add-ins—perfect for an easy, budget-friendly lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 3 cups diced potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese blend
- 1/2 cup black beans (optional)
- 1/2 cup corn (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced potatoes and cook until golden and tender, about 12–15 minutes.
- Add onion and cook until softened. Stir in garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook 1–2 minutes.
- If using black beans or corn, stir them in and heat through.
- Remove from heat and mix in shredded cheese until melted.
- Warm tortillas and spoon the cheesy potato mixture into the center of each.
- Fold sides in and roll into burritos.
- Optional: Place burritos seam side down in a skillet and toast until lightly crisp.
Notes
- Add cooked chorizo or bacon for extra flavor.
- Use pepper jack cheese for a spicy kick.
- Swap potatoes for sweet potatoes for a sweeter variation.
- Serve with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican