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Name: High-Protein Freezer-Friendly Beef & Cheese Burritos
Prep time: 40 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients: 4.5 lbs lean ground beef (90/10 or leaner); 2 seasoning packets (taco or burrito seasoning, 1 oz each); 1 cup water; 12 large (burrito-size) flour tortillas; 4.5 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese; Nonstick cooking spray (as needed)

High-Protein Freezer-Friendly Beef & Cheese Burritos

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These freezer-friendly beef and cheese burritos are the ultimate protein-packed meal prep solution! With each hearty burrito delivering a whopping 50 grams of protein, they’re perfect for busy weeks, post-workout meals, or feeding hungry families. The savory, seasoned ground beef is balanced with melty cheddar, all wrapped in soft tortillas—easy to heat straight from the freezer for a fast, satisfying dinner. Customize with your favorite toppings after reheating for endless flavor possibilities.

Ingredients

Instructions

Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Lightly coat with nonstick spray.
Add ground beef in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding. Brown the meat, breaking it up with a spoon, until fully cooked and no pink remains (about 8-10 minutes). Drain excess fat if desired.
Return all beef to the pan. Sprinkle in the taco seasoning packets and add 1 cup water. Stir well and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened and fragrant.
Lay out tortillas on a clean work surface. Evenly portion the seasoned beef onto the center of each tortilla (about 6 oz cooked meat each).
Top each with 6 tablespoons (about 1/3 cup) shredded cheese.
Fold in the sides, then roll up tightly into burritos.
Wrap each burrito individually in a sheet of aluminum foil. Label if desired.
Let burritos cool slightly, then transfer to freezer bags or containers. Freeze until ready to use.
To reheat from frozen: Unwrap burrito, place on a microwave-safe plate, and microwave on HIGH for 3-4 minutes, flipping halfway through. Or, reheat wrapped in foil in a 350°F oven for 40-50 minutes.