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Tater Tot Burritos

Tater Tot Burritos

Tater Tot Burritos are a quick, satisfying meal combining crispy, golden tater tots with savory, gooey fillings. This family-friendly recipe is perfect for busy nights, merging simple ingredients for a delicious, comforting dish packed with flavor and texture. Ready in minutes and highly customizable, these burritos reinvent classic tater tots into a beloved kitchen staple.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • Tater Tots – 2 cups (cooked crispy and golden)
  • Flour Tortillas – 4 large, soft and pliable
  • Cheese (Cheddar or Monterey Jack) – 1 to 1½ cups shredded
  • Protein of Choice (Ground beef, shredded chicken, or black beans) – 1 pound or 1½ cups cooked
  • Salsa or Pico de Gallo – ½ cup
  • Seasonings (garlic powder, cumin, chili powder) – 1 tsp each, plus salt and pepper to taste

Optional Extras

  • Sour Cream – for serving
  • Avocado slices – for topping
  • Chopped Cilantro – for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the Protein: In a skillet over medium heat, cook your choice of protein seasoned with garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper until fully cooked and flavorful. Drain any excess grease.
  2. Prepare the Tater Tots: Cook the tater tots according to package instructions or your preferred method until they are crispy and golden brown, providing the key crunch for your burritos.
  3. Warm the Tortillas: Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave so they become soft and pliable, making them easy to roll without tearing.
  4. Assemble the Burritos: On each tortilla, layer the cooked protein, a handful of hot tater tots, a generous amount of shredded cheese, and a spoonful of salsa or pico de gallo.
  5. Roll and Melt: Fold the sides over the filling and roll tightly. Place the burritos seam-side down on a hot skillet to toast lightly and melt the cheese inside, about 2 minutes per side.

Notes

  • Don’t overfill the burritos to avoid difficulty rolling or bursting.
  • Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting and to prevent clumping.
  • Keep tortillas warm to prevent cracking and ease wrapping.
  • Cook tater tots until crisp to provide excellent texture contrast.
  • Customize the spice level by adjusting the seasonings in your protein mixture.

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