Description
These breakfast burritos are the ultimate morning meal, packed with protein, customizable ingredients, and easy meal prep options. Perfect for busy mornings or a leisurely brunch, they are delicious, satisfying, and freezer-friendly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 6 eggs
- 1/2 lb breakfast sausage or 4 slices bacon
- 1 cup potatoes or hash browns
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack)
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1/2 cup onions, diced
- 1/2 cup black beans (optional)
- 1/4 cup salsa or hot sauce
- 1/4 cup sour cream (optional)
- 1/2 avocado or 1/4 cup guacamole
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp cooking oil or butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Fillings: Cook the sausage or bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside. Cook the potatoes or hash browns in the same skillet until golden brown.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pan, add bell peppers and onions. Cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
- Scramble the Eggs: Heat butter or oil in a separate pan over medium heat. Whisk the eggs with salt and pepper, then cook, stirring occasionally, until just set.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat each tortilla in a dry skillet for 30 seconds on each side to make them pliable.
- Assemble the Burritos: Lay a tortilla flat and add eggs, cooked meat, potatoes, sautéed vegetables, beans (if using), and cheese. Top with salsa, avocado, sour cream, and cilantro.
- Roll the Burritos: Fold in the sides and roll tightly from the bottom up to enclose the filling.
- Toast for Extra Flavor (Optional): Heat the wrapped burrito in a skillet for 1–2 minutes per side until lightly crispy.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice in half and serve immediately with extra salsa or hot sauce.
Notes
- Vegetarian Option: Swap meat for mushrooms, spinach, or extra beans.
- Spicy Version: Use spicy sausage, jalapeños, or extra hot sauce.
- Low-Carb Alternative: Use a lettuce wrap or low-carb tortilla.
- Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare in advance and store in the fridge or freezer for quick meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Keywords: Breakfast burritos, easy breakfast, meal prep breakfast, freezer-friendly burritos, high-protein breakfast