Intro
These Cheesy Ground Beef Tortilla Wraps are a quick and satisfying meal filled with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and a golden crispy tortilla shell. Perfect for weeknight dinners, game days, or lunch on the go — they’re bursting with flavor and easy to make!
⏱️ Prep Time
- Prep: 10 minutes
- Cook: 20 minutes
- Total: 30 minutes
🍳 Equipment
- Large skillet
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Mixing bowl
- Knife and cutting board
- Frying pan or sandwich press
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella)
- ¼ cup sour cream (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
- 4 large flour tortillas
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Ground Beef: You can substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Cheese: Mix different cheeses like Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack for extra flavor.
- Tortillas: Use whole wheat or low-carb tortillas for a healthier option.
- Spices: Adjust chili powder and paprika for desired spice level.
👨🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Ground Beef
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until soft.
Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
Step 2: Season the Beef
Drain any excess grease, then stir in chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Cook for another 2–3 minutes so the flavors combine well.
Step 3: Add Cheese and Fill
Turn off heat and stir in shredded cheese and chopped parsley. Let it melt into the beef mixture.
Spoon a portion of the beef mixture onto each tortilla and add a little sour cream if desired.
Step 4: Wrap It Up
Fold the sides and roll tightly to form wraps.
Step 5: Toast or Grill
Place wraps seam-side down in a hot skillet or sandwich press.
Cook 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
Step 6: Serve
Slice in half and serve warm with dipping sauces like salsa, ranch, or spicy mayo.
🍴 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
- Calories: 410
- Protein: 28g
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
💡 Tips & Variations
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce for extra spice.
- Include sautéed bell peppers or corn for a Tex-Mex twist.
- Use keto tortillas to make it low-carb friendly.
- Double the batch — these wraps freeze and reheat beautifully!
