This easy 4-ingredient beef and potato burritos recipe is the perfect weeknight dinner idea when you need something hearty, filling, and family-friendly.
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Made with simple ingredients like ground beef, taco seasoning, and tender potatoes, these burritos are budget-friendly, easy to prep, and sure to satisfy everyone at the table. Wrap the savory filling in warm flour tortillas, and dinner is done in under 30 minutes!
While the beef and potato mixture is great in tortillas, you can easily serve this over Mexican rice or on top of tortilla chips to make loaded nachos, yummy!
The Players for Beef and Potato Burritos
Ingredients:
- Ground Beef – My family enjoys ground beef, but you can swap it for ground turkey or chicken if you’d like a lighter option.
- Potatoes – Russet potatoes are something I always have on hand, but Yukon Golds work well too. They add heartiness and make this meal stretch.
- Taco Seasoning – A store-bought packet works perfectly, or use homemade taco seasoning if you have it. I’ll leave a quick recipe down below.
- Beef Broth – About 2 cups of broth helps simmer the potatoes and creates a flavorful base.
Tools:
- Large Skillet – The beauty of these easy beef and potato burritos is that it’s all made in one skillet. I prefer using a large cast-iron skillet to make my beef mixture in. I also use my large skillet to make my Meal Prep Breakfast Burrito Recipe.
How to Make Easy Beef and Potato Burritos
In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess grease if needed. I like taking a paper towel or two to soak up the fat.
Stir in the taco seasoning, diced potatoes, and beef broth. Bring to a simmer.
Cook uncovered for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and most of the liquid has cooked down. It’s fine if a little liquid remains in the skillet.
Spoon the beef and potato mixture into warm flour tortillas. Roll them up and serve, or add your favorite toppings. Or serve the mixture over greens or rice as a burrito bowl. I’ll leave some topping suggestions down below.
Serving Suggestions for Beef and Potato Burritos
My family loves these burritos as-is, but you can also dress them up. Here are some ideas:
- Shredded Cheese
- Sour Cream
- Shredded Head Iceberg Lettuce
- Diced Jalapeno Chile
- Chopped Cilantro
- Lime Wedges
- Diced Roma Tomatoes
- Homemade Guacamole
Storage Instructions for Beef and Potato Burritos
To Store: Place the cooled beef and potato mixture in an airtight container or wrap burritos individually in foil. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
To Reheat: Warm in the microwave for 1–2 minutes on 50% power. Alternatively, you can reheat in a skillet over low heat until warmed through.
Homemade Taco Seasoning Packet Recipe
Sometimes I forget to buy the store-bought taco seasoning packet, but I always have all the spices on hand to make my own. Here’s how I make mine:
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 2 teaspoons flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
Combine all of the spices together in a small bowl. This amount equals one taco seasoning packet.
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If you end up making this Easy Beef and Potato Burritos Recipe, leave me a comment. I’d love to chat with you!
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Easy 4-Ingredient Beef and Potato Burritos Recipe
Ingredients
- 1.34 pounds ground beef
- 1 taco packet seasoning (or 3 tablespoons from a bulk container)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 russet potato, peeled and diced
Instructions
- In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain the excess fat.
- Stir in the taco seasoning, diced potatoes, and beef broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Cook uncovered for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and most of the liquid has cooked down. It’s fine if a little liquid remains in the skillet.
- Spoon the beef and potato mixture into warm flour tortillas. Roll them up and serve, or add your favorite toppings. Or serve the mixture over greens as a taco bowl.
Notes
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