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Chili Cheese Burrito Inspired by the Taco Bell Chilito: Pressure Cooker Style

This pressure cooker chili cheese burrito recipe delivers a fast, flavorful, and tender meal packed with spicy warmth and creamy goodness, perfect for a cozy dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 1 lbs ground beef youre gonna brown this for that rich, hearty base
  • 1 yellow onion diced, adds just the right sweetness and texture
  • 4 tablespoon chili powder packs in the spicy warmth you crave
  • 1 teaspoon salt pulls all the flavors together
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper doesnt take long to catch your tongue just right
  • 2 cups water for simmering and making everything come together nice and smooth
  • 2 tablespoon cornstarch plus 2 tablespoons water to thicken it up real good
  • 1 can refried beans brings creamy, hearty goodness alive in every bite
  • 1 can tomato paste adds that tangy depth and some color love
  • 1.5 lbs mild cheddar cheese shredded and ready to melt all over before serving
  • 10-inch flour tortillas because whats a burrito without the wrap?

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • First up, brown that ground beef with your diced yellow onion in a large skillet over medium heat. You want that meat fully cooked and onions nice and soft.
  • Toss in the chili powder, salt, and cayenne pepper. Give it a good stir so everything gets friendly.
  • Pour in 2 cups water and bring it up to a simmer. Youll spot it bubbling just right, ready to cozy up all those flavors.
  • Next, mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth. This slurry is whats gonna thicken your sauce real nice.
  • Pour the slurry into your skillet and stir constant till you feel the thickening kick in. Dont stop stirring or youll get lumps, and no one wants that.
  • In goes the refried beans and tomato paste. Mix these in and let it cook for about 5 minutes, giving it a stir now and then so it doesnt stick or burn.
  • Remove from heat, and right before you dig in, pile on that shredded mild cheddar cheese so it melts into the warm chili.

Notes

Ready to wrap up warm burritos with tortillas and enjoy this cozy, cheesy good meal.