Can I make these ahead for meal prep?

Absolutely. You can prepare the beef filling up to 2 days ahead and refrigerate. When it’s dinner time, simply roll, grill, and serve.

What’s the best way to prevent burritos from becoming soggy?

Let the filling cool slightly before rolling and avoid overfilling with sauce. Grilling in a pan crisps up the outside and acts as a barrier to keep everything inside fresh.

Can I use a different kind of meat or make them vegetarian?

Definitely—ground turkey, chicken, or a plant-based substitute like lentils or vegetarian crumbles all work beautifully. Adjust seasoning to taste.

How do I keep them from unrolling during grilling?

Make sure the seam is on the bottom of the pan when you start grilling, and press down lightly with a spatula. Melting cheese helps “seal” the burrito as it cooks.

Sloppy Joe Grilled Burritos Recipe

Description

These Sloppy Joe Grilled Burritos combine the comforting flavors of classic sloppy joes with the satisfying texture of a grilled burrito. Perfectly seasoned ground beef, a tangy homemade sauce, melted cheese, and fresh vegetables are wrapped in a flour tortilla and grilled to crispy perfection for a crowd-pleasing main course.

Ingredients

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For the Sloppy Joe Beef Filling

2 lbs Lean Ground Beef
1/2 cup Onions, chopped
1/4 cup Red Bell Peppers, chopped
1/4 cup Green Bell Peppers, chopped
1 tablespoon Salt, Pepper, Garlic Salt (mixed, divided as needed)
1/2 tablespoon Dry Mustard

For the Sloppy Joe Sauce

1/2 cup Ketchup
3 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
1/2 tablespoon Salt, Pepper, Onion Powder, and Garlic Salt (mixed, divided as needed)

For Assembly

4–6 large Flour Tortillas (Wheat can be substituted)
1/2 cup prepared Cheese Sauce (see separate recipe in “Sauces”)
1/2 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (or any of your favorite cheese)
1 tablespoon Oil (for frying)

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Instructions

Season the Ground Beef – Place the lean ground beef in a large bowl or skillet. Add your salt, pepper, garlic salt mixture, and dry mustard. Mix well to combine all seasonings throughout the meat.
Brown the Beef – Over medium-high heat, cook the seasoned ground beef for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully browned and crumbly.
Add Vegetables – Add chopped onions, red bell peppers, and green bell peppers to the browned beef. Stir and cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until the vegetables have softened. Keep the mixture warm.
Prepare the Sloppy Joe Sauce – In a separate bowl, mix together ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic salt. Stir until the ingredients are well blended.
Combine Sauce and Meat – Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and vegetable mixture in the skillet. Stir to thoroughly coat the meat. Keep warm until ready to assemble the burritos.
Assemble the Burritos – Lay a large flour tortilla flat. Spoon the hot sloppy joe mixture into the center. Drizzle with cheese sauce and sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
Fold and Grill Burritos – Fold each tortilla over the filling to form a burrito. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Grill each burrito for about 1 minute per side, or until golden and crispy.
Serve – Remove from skillet, let cool slightly, and serve hot for best flavor and texture.

Notes

Wheat tortillas may be substituted for flour tortillas for a healthier alternative.
Customize cheese choices to your liking; pepper jack or mozzarella work nicely.
If desired, add jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicy twist.
Burritos can be wrapped ahead and reheated on a skillet for quick serving.
Recipe source: Familycookbookproject.com

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 burrito (approx. 1/6 of recipe)
Calories: 686
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 2883mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 53g
Cholesterol: 155mg