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Easy High-Protein Taco Bell Quesarito Copycat

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Enjoy a delicious and satisfying Taco Bell Quesarito right at home with this easy high-protein copycat recipe.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
  • Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 Tbsp. lime juice
  • 2 Tbsp. finely chopped cilantro
  • 8 large flour tortillas
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup Nacho Cheese Sauce
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned.
  2. Add chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; stir well and set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine cooked rice, lime juice, and cilantro.
  4. Prepare the quesadilla layer by placing a tortilla in a clean skillet, sprinkling with 1/4 of the cheddar cheese, and topping with a second tortilla.
  5. Cook until golden brown and cheese is melted. Repeat for 4 quesadillas.
  6. Assemble the burrito by placing a scoop of beef, rice, a drizzle of nacho cheese sauce, and a dollop of sour cream in the center of the quesadilla.
  7. Fold in the sides of the quesadilla and roll it up tightly into a burrito shape.
  8. Sear the finished burrito in a hot skillet for 1-2 minutes per side to seal and crisp the exterior.

Notes

Slice your finished Quesarito in half for presentation. Serve with extra sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

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