Easy Breakfast Burritos
Easy homemade breakfast burritos loaded with eggs, sausage, potatoes & cheese. Meal prep friendly & ready in 45 minutes.
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Ingredients
- 4 large flour tortillas (10-12 inch)
- 10 eggs
- 8 ounces breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 cups diced potatoes (fresh or frozen hash browns)
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (red or green)
- 3 tablespoons butter or vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup fresh salsa (mild or spicy)
- 1/2 cup diced fresh tomatoes
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 ripe avocados, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup jalapeños, diced (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Cook the diced potatoes in a large skillet over medium-high heat with 1 tablespoon of butter, stirring occasionally, until golden and crispy on the edges, about 12-15 minutes, then season generously with salt and pepper and transfer to a plate.
- 2
Brown the breakfast sausage in the same skillet over medium heat, breaking it apart with a spoon, until fully cooked and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes, then set aside on a separate plate.
- 3
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet and sauté the diced onions and bell peppers until softened and fragrant, approximately 4-5 minutes, then transfer to another plate.
- 4
Whisk the 10 eggs in a bowl with a pinch of salt and pepper until well combined and slightly frothy, then pour into the skillet and scramble gently over medium heat until just set but still slightly creamy, about 3-4 minutes.
- 5
Warm each flour tortilla individually in a dry skillet or directly over a gas flame for 10-15 seconds per side to increase pliability and prevent cracking.
- 6
Lay a warm tortilla flat on a clean work surface and arrange a horizontal line of filling down the center, starting with a quarter of the potatoes, followed by eggs, sausage, sautéed vegetables, and 1/4 cup of shredded cheese, leaving about 2 inches of space on each side.
- 7
Top the filling line with fresh salsa, diced tomatoes, sliced avocado, a dollop of sour cream, chopped cilantro, and diced jalapeños if using.
- 8
Fold the left and right sides of the tortilla inward by about 2 inches to contain the filling, then roll the burrito tightly from the bottom edge upward, keeping the sides tucked in as you roll.
- 9
Place each finished burrito seam-side down on a plate and let it rest for 1-2 minutes to seal and hold its shape.
- 10
Serve the burritos warm with additional salsa, sour cream, and guacamole on the side for dipping and garnishing.
Variations & Substitutions
| Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Breakfast sausage | Turkey bacon or plant-based sausage | Reduces saturated fat and cholesterol while maintaining protein content and savory flavor |
| Flour tortillas | Whole wheat or sprouted grain tortillas | Increases dietary fiber and reduces blood sugar spike from refined carbohydrates |
| Shredded cheddar cheese | Part-skim mozzarella or reduced-fat cheese blend | Lowers saturated fat and calories without sacrificing meltability or cheese flavor |
| Sour cream | Plain Greek yogurt or Mexican crema | Adds protein while reducing calories and saturated fat; improves probiotic content for gut health |
| Potatoes (standard prep) | Sweet potatoes or cauliflower hash | Increases fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants while moderating blood sugar response |
Nutrition Information
Per serving (serves 4)
| Calories | 545 |
| Total Fat | 28g |
| Saturated Fat | 10g |
| Cholesterol | 215mg |
| Sodium | 780mg |
| Carbohydrates | 52g |
| Fiber | 7g |
| Sugar | 2g |
| Protein | 34g |