30 Beef Burrito Recipes That Are Oh So Flavorful!

January 5, 2025
Written by Kristy J. Norton

You don't have to hit up a restaurant or food truck to get the best ever burritos - you can make them right here at home! And, as these beef burrito recipes prove, there are a number of different fillings to try! Go ahead and check out these recipes right away! 

Beef Burrito

1. Simple Beef Burrito

If you are like your beef burrito to be as basic as possible, then you are going to love this recipe. This burrito boasts yummy flavors but there is no fuss involved. Just cook the ground beef in taco seasoning and layer this on top of a tortilla spread with refried beans. Add cheese on top and wrap! 

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Simple Beef Burrito

2. Classic Beef Burrito 

If you are looking for a simple and delicious beef burrito, then you have found your recipe! Here, the beef is flavored with taco seasoning, onion, and cilantro. It is then added to a tortilla that has been lined with refried beans, rice, salsa and shredded cheese. Roll the burritos and then bake until crispy on the outside. 

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Classic Beef Burrito

3. Beef and Black Bean Burrito

This is just the burrito recipe that you need if you are on the lookout for something hearty! The beef and black beans are simmered in spices, aromatics, and jalapenos. Then, add to a tortilla along with your desired toppings and wrap! 

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Beef and Black Bean Burrito

4. Shredded Beef Burrito 

These burritos are saucy, juicy, and just so flavorful! The beef is slow cooked in aromatics, spices, lime juice, and chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. Once it is tender enough to be shredded, the beef is added to tortillas along with savory beans and cilantro rice. Wrap and enjoy! 

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Shredded Beef Burrito

5. Cheesy Beef Burrito 

Not only are these burritos really cheesy, they are incredibly flavorful too! The ground beef is cooked in a ton of spices and green chiles! The beef goes on top of a tortilla that is piled high with nacho cheese, shredded cheese, Mexican rice, and sour cream. Wrap and enjoy! 

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Cheesy Beef Burrito

6. Braised Beef Burrito 

The ingredients are simple for this recipe but because the beef is slow cooked in smoky spices, each bite will be full of flavor! Once the beef is tender, add it to a tortilla along with lettuce and cheese. Roll the burrito and fry in a pan until the cheese melts! 

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Braised Beef Burrito

7. Nacho Beef Burrito

This burrito offers up flavor as well as texture! The beef filling is made with spices and red pepper. Then you have a yummy veggie mix of avocado, lettuce, tomato, and onion. These layers are spooned onto a tortilla that has been coated in sour cream and shredded cheese. Then, sprinkle some tortilla chips on top before wrapping! Toast on each side until crispy. 

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Nacho Beef Burrito

8. Smothered Beef Burrito 

These beef burritos are a cross between burritos and enchiladas - they are decadent and delicious and sure to be a hit! Here, beef cooked in seasonings is piled onto a tortilla that is spread with refried beans, rice, and cheese. Once the burritos are wrapped, they are placed in a baking dish, covered in enchilada sauce and shredded cheese. Then, they are baked until done! 

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Smothered Beef Burrito

9. Crockpot Creamy Southwestern Beef Burrito 

This is a yummy and fun twist to burritos! Ground beef and onions are slow cooked in a crockpot and then used as a filling for the burrito along with refried beans, taco seasoning, and shredded cheese. These burritos are then placed back in the crockpot and are smothered in a sauce made of cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and salsa. The burritos are then slow cooked until nice and creamy! 

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Crockpot Creamy Southwestern Beef Burrito

10. Steak Burrito 

Juicy, delicious, and hearty, this is the recipe that you need if you are looking for burritos with a bit of bite to them. For this recipe, the steak is marinated in pineapple juice, herbs, and spices before being grilled. Add the sliced steak to a tortilla with pinto beans, Mexican rice, salsa, and cheese! 

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Steak Burrito

11. One Skillet Ground Beef Burrito 

Love the flavors of burrito but can't be bothered with filling and wrapping them? Well, this recipe shows you the easy way to get the best of both worlds! For this recipe, ground beef and black beans are cooked in salsa and taco seasoning. Then, stir in shredded cheese and tortilla chips and simmer until the cheese is melted. All done! 

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One Skillet Ground Beef Burrito

12. Smoked Beef Burrito 

Smoking beef just for burritos can seem excessive - that is until you experience how good these burritos taste! The beef is sprinkled with rub and then smoked along with beer, tomatoes, green chiles, and jalapeno salsa. Once tender, shred and add to tortillas and top up with refried beans, cheese, and your desired veggies! 

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Smoked Beef Burrito

13. Roast Beef Burrito 

If you want to try something a little different with your burrito filling, check out this recipe! Cooked roast beef is simmered in tomatoes, taco sauce, chile peppers, and spices until the whole thing has a nice, thick sauce. This filling is added to tortillas along with cheese and lettuce and is folded! 

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Roast Beef Burrito

14. Steak Fajita Burrito

If you love Mexican food then you are going to be thrilled that you can combine fajitas and burritos in one dish! For this recipe, you marinate the steak in citrus juice and zest, chipotle, and spices. Then, the steak is grilled and piled onto tortillas along with sauteed peppers, onions, and zucchini. Add other fillings and wrap! 

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Steak Fajita Burrito

15. Chili Cheese Burritos 

Do you have leftover chili and are wondering what to do with it - well, you can now make burritos out of it! Strain the chili a little so that it will not be quite so watery and then add to tortillas. Top with your rice of choice and shredded cheese before wrapping and frying the burritos!

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Chili Cheese Burritos

16. Beef Breakfast Burrito 

If you want a filling and yummy breakfast then this is a recipe you need to try out! Here, the beef filling is made with ground beef, chipotle, and seasonings. This is accompanied by a parmesan scrambled egg mix and the tortilla is finished off with pico de gallo along with lots of mozzarella cheese. The burrito is wrapped and toasted! 

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Beef Breakfast Burrito

17. Shredded Beef and Potato Burrito 

Beef, potatoes, and eggs - what more could you ask for? For this recipe, the beef is slow cooked in spices until it is tender enough to be shredded. Then, it is piled onto a tortilla with sauteed potatoes, scrambled eggs, cheese, and sour cream. Wrap and enjoy! 

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Shredded Beef and Potato Burrito

18. Beef and Chorizo Burrito 

You double up on the meat here! Browned beef and chorizo along with potatoes and black beans are simmered in tomatoes, aromatics, chili, and spices. Then, it is poured onto a tortilla, topped off with homemade avocado salsa and sour cream. Wrap up and eat right away!

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Beef and Chorizo Burrito

19. Cheesesteak Burrito

This is a great way to take your favorite sandwich and turn it into a burrito! Here, the steak is pan fried and spooned onto a tortilla alongside sauteed peppers and onions. Sprinkle some provolone cheese on top and wrap the burritos. Then, brush with garlic paprika butter and fry to perfection! 

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Cheesesteak Burrito

20. Beef Poblano Burrito

These burritos are excellent if you are looking for a bit of spicy and smoky flavors in your filling! Here, the tortillas are topped off with roasted poblano peppers, cooked ground beef, avocado, salsa, peppers, and cheese. Then, wrap up and eat! 

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Beef Poblano Burrito

21. Beef and Spinach Burrito 

This is a great burrito when you want something on the healthier side. The beef is cooked with rice, spinach, and spicy beans in their sauce. Once done, all of this is piled into the tortillas, topped with cheddar cheese, and wrapped.  

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Beef and Spinach Burrito

22. Beef and Mushroom Burrito 

This is an extra flavorful and hearty burrito! The ground beef is simmered in garlic and tomato sauce and then mixed in with sauteed mushrooms and onions. Then, just add this to a tortilla and wrap it all up! 

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Beef and Mushroom Burrito

23. Mexican Corned Beef Burrito 

As the name says, this burrito contains corned beef! Not only does this make things super easy for you, it also adds a unique flavor to your filling! The corned beef is stirred into tomatoes and jalapenos simmered in spices. The tortillas are topped off with the filling as well as cheese, avocados, and desired toppings before wrapping. 

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Mexican Corned Beef Burrito

24. Beef Jalapeno Burrito 

This is such a saucy and yummy burrito! The beef is slow cooked in a crockpot before it is shredded and simmered in a sauce made from tomatoes, aromatics, jalapenos, and more. Once all the flavors are absorbed, add the filling to the tortilla along with cheese, roll and enjoy!

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Beef Jalapeno Burrito

25. Korean BBQ Burrito 

Looking for something delicious and unusual? Well, then this is the recipe for you! For this recipe, the beef is slow cooked in a puree of pear, ginger, and garlic along with soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Once done, the beef is added to tortillas and topped off with rice, kimchi, and sriracha! 

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Korean BBQ Burrito

26. Twice Grilled Barbecue Burrito 

This burrito has all those gorgeous flavors of your favorite barbecue! The steak is marinated in lime juice, spices, and liquid smoke before it is grilled. This steak is added to tortillas along with sauteed peppers and onions. The burrito is wrapped and further grilled until it is slightly charred. Pour a bit of barbecue sauce over the burritos and serve! 

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Twice Grilled Barbecue Burrito

27. Ground Beef, Corn, and Black Bean Burrito

Hearty, healthy, and oh so yummy - these burritos are sure to be a hit! The ground beef, corn, and black beans are cooked with taco seasoning until nice and tender. Pile this filling onto a tortilla with rice, cheese, salsa, and cilantro before wrapping. 

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Ground Beef, Corn, and Black Bean Burrito

28. Beef Burrito Bowl 

Not only is this burrito bowl absolutely delicious, it also comes together in a single pot! Ground beef, onions, and peppers are browned before salsa, black beans, corn, tomatoes, seasoning, and broth are added in. Cook until everything is tender and stir in some cheese if you like!  

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Beef Burrito Bowl

29. Beef Burrito Casserole 

Yes, you can turn a beef burrito into a casserole and this incredible recipe shows you how to do it! Here, cooked ground beef is combined with cooked rice, salsa, seasoning, green onions, and beans in a casserole dish. This is topped with cream cheese and more ground beef and rice filling. Sprinkle it with cheddar cheese and bake! 

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Beef Burrito Casserole

30. Beef Barbacoa Burrito

In this flavorful recipe, beef is slow cooked in lime juice, spices, and broth. When it is tender enough to be shredded, you then add the saucy filling to the tortillas. Top off with rice and pico de gallo before wrapping and serving!  

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Beef Barbacoa Burrito

As you can see, there are so many different beef burritos for you to prepare! You can choose to go with a more traditional recipe or try something new, flavorful and different. So, what are you waiting for? Go ahead and try out these yummy recipes right away! 

By Kristy J. Norton
I'm Kristy – a chef and connoisseur of all things BBQ! You can find me either in my kitchen (or someone else's) or at a big outdoor barbecue surrounded by friends and family. In both my professional and personal life I’ve picked up more than a few tips and tricks for turning out delicious food. I consider it a privilege to share it with others!
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