Hearty Breakfast Burrito with Eggs and Potatoes (Printable version)

Satisfying morning wrap with scrambled eggs, golden potatoes, cheese, and savory meat in a warm flour tortilla.

# What You Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 4 large eggs
02 - 4 slices bacon or 4 breakfast sausages

→ Vegetables

03 - 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
04 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
05 - 1 small bell pepper, diced

→ Dairy

06 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (approximately 4 ounces)
07 - 2 tablespoons milk

→ Tortillas

08 - 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch diameter)

→ Spices & Oils

09 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Place bacon or sausage in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, approximately 6-8 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess grease, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
02 - Add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the same skillet. Add diced potatoes, chopped onion, and diced bell pepper. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika if using. Sauté over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are golden and tender, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
03 - Crack eggs into a mixing bowl and whisk together with milk, pinch of salt, and pepper until well combined. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a non-stick pan over medium-low heat. Pour in egg mixture and gently push eggs across the pan with a spatula, folding them over themselves until just set and slightly moist, about 2-3 minutes. Do not overcook.
04 - Heat each tortilla in a dry skillet over medium heat for 15-20 seconds per side until pliable, or microwave on high for 20 seconds wrapped in a damp paper towel. Keep warm until ready to assemble.
05 - Place a warmed tortilla on a clean work surface. Layer one-quarter of the cooked potato hash, scrambled eggs, chopped meat, and shredded cheese in the center of the tortilla, leaving a 2-inch border on the bottom edge.
06 - Fold the two side edges inward toward the center. Fold the bottom edge up over the filling, then roll tightly away from you, tucking in the sides as you roll to create a sealed burrito.
07 - For a crispy exterior, place burritos seam-side down in a dry skillet over medium heat. Grill for 1-2 minutes per side until lightly browned and sealed.
08 - Serve immediately while hot. Offer salsa, hot sauce, sliced avocado, or sour cream as optional garnishes.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Everything cooks in one skillet so cleanup is basically nonexistent
  • You can customize the fillings based on whatever is sitting in your fridge
  • These reheat beautifully for meal prep breakfasts all week long
02 -
  • Warm your tortillas before rolling or they will tear and spill filling everywhere
  • Do not overcook the eggs since they continue cooking slightly from the heat of the potatoes
  • Let the filling cool slightly before rolling or the tortilla will get soggy and tear
03 -
  • Cook your potatoes in a single layer and do not stir too often so they develop a golden crust
  • Grate your own cheese instead of buying pre shredded for better melting
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