What to Make With Tortillas

A pack of tortillas turns almost any leftover into dinner. Here are the best ways to use them.

Ground Beef Tacos

20 min · serves 4

The spice mix is pantry-only, so you never need a seasoning packet.

Under 30 min · Family · Cheap

Black Bean Quesadillas

15 min · serves 4

Mashing half the beans glues the filling together so nothing falls out.

Under 30 min · Vegetarian · Cheap · Family

Rice & Bean Burritos

25 min · serves 4

Toasting the seam first seals the burrito shut.

Vegetarian · Cheap · Family

Chicken Enchiladas

45 min · serves 4

A great use for leftover roast or rotisserie chicken.

Family

Chicken Caesar Wraps

15 min · serves 4

A lighter Caesar dressing made from yogurt and parmesan.

Under 30 min

BBQ Chicken Quesadillas

20 min · serves 4

Leftover chicken plus a bottle of sauce equals a fast dinner.

Under 30 min · Family

Tortilla Pizzas

15 min · serves 4

Pre-crisping the tortilla stops a soggy middle.

Under 30 min · Family · Cheap

The one tip

Warm tortillas in a dry pan for 30 seconds a side or wrapped in a damp towel in the microwave for 30 seconds; cold ones crack.

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Questions people ask

What can I make with tortillas tonight?

Quick options: Ground Beef Tacos, Black Bean Quesadillas, Rice & Bean Burritos, Chicken Enchiladas. Each is on this page with a full recipe and a serving scaler.

Any tips for cooking tortillas?

Warm tortillas in a dry pan for 30 seconds a side or wrapped in a damp towel in the microwave for 30 seconds; cold ones crack.