Here’s a delicious Cheesy Quesarito (Taco Bell Copycat) recipe with step-by-step instructions to recreate that double-layered, cheesy, saucy goodness at home!
Cheesy Quesarito (Taco Bell Copycat)
Double-layered tortillas stuffed with beef, rice, nacho cheese, and chipotle sauce magic!
Ingredients:
For the Filling:
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1 lb ground beef
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1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade seasoning)
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½ cup water
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1 cup cooked white rice (or Mexican rice for extra flavor)
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½ cup nacho cheese sauce (store-bought or homemade)
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¼ cup chipotle sauce (or mix 2 tbsp mayo + 1 tbsp sour cream + 1 tsp chipotle powder)
For the Quesarito Assembly:
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2 large flour tortillas (10-inch) per Quesarito
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend)
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1 tbsp butter (for toasting)
Instructions:
1. Cook the Beef:
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Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it into small pieces. Drain excess fat.
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Add the taco seasoning and ½ cup water. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened. Set aside.
2. Prepare the Sauces & Rice:
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Warm the nacho cheese sauce (if homemade, melt ½ cup cheddar + 2 tbsp milk + 1 tsp cornstarch).
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Mix the chipotle sauce (or use Taco Bell’s Creamy Chipotle Sauce).
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If using plain rice, season with a pinch of salt and lime juice.
3. Assemble the Quesarito:
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Layer 1 (Cheesy Tortilla):
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Place a tortilla on a skillet over low heat.
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Sprinkle ½ cup shredded cheese evenly, then top with a second tortilla.
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Press lightly and cook until cheese melts (about 1-2 minutes). Flip carefully and cook another 30 seconds. Remove.
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Layer 2 (Filling):
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On the cheesy tortilla, spread:
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¼ cup nacho cheese sauce
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½ cup seasoned beef
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½ cup rice
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Drizzle of chipotle sauce
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Fold the sides inward, then roll tightly into a burrito.
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4. Toast the Quesarito:
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Heat butter in the skillet and place the rolled Quesarito seam-side down. Toast for 1-2 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
5. Serve & Enjoy!
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Slice in half and serve with extra chipotle sauce or sour cream.
Pro Tips:
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Extra Cheesy? Add a layer of melted cheese inside before rolling.
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Crispier? Grill in a panini press instead of a skillet.
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Vegetarian? Swap beef for black beans or seasoned soy crumbles.
This copycat tastes just like Taco Bell’s, but even better because it’s homemade! Let me know if you’d like any modifications. 😋🌯🔥