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A hearty Southwestern classic, packed with fluffy scrambled eggs, savory sausage, crispy potatoes, and melted cheese, all wrapped in a warm tortilla with a mild, smoky kick from green chiles. The perfect start to any day.
For 4 servings
Cook the Potatoes
Cook Sausage and Onion
Scramble Eggs and Combine Filling
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A hearty Southwestern classic, packed with fluffy scrambled eggs, savory sausage, crispy potatoes, and melted cheese, all wrapped in a warm tortilla with a mild, smoky kick from green chiles. The perfect start to any day.
This southwest recipe takes 35 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 631.14 calories per serving with 38.06g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch or lunch.
Assemble the Burritos
Sear and Serve (Optional)
Replace the sausage with black beans or a plant-based sausage alternative. Add 1/2 cup of sautéed bell peppers and mushrooms for extra veggies.
Use hot green chiles instead of mild. Add a finely diced jalapeño with the onion and use a spicy pepper jack cheese.
Substitute the sausage with 8 slices of crispy, crumbled bacon. Add 1/4 of a sliced avocado to each burrito before rolling.
With eggs and sausage as primary ingredients, this burrito provides a significant amount of protein, which is essential for muscle repair, growth, and keeping you feeling full and satisfied throughout the morning.
The combination of protein, fats, and complex carbohydrates from the potatoes and tortilla provides a balanced source of energy that is released slowly, helping to prevent energy crashes before your next meal.
Eggs and pork sausage are excellent sources of B vitamins, particularly B12, which plays a crucial role in nerve function and the formation of red blood cells.
A single breakfast burrito made with this recipe contains approximately 650-750 calories, depending on the specific type of sausage, cheese, and tortilla used.
This burrito is a high-protein, energy-dense meal. To make it healthier, you can use turkey sausage, a low-fat cheese, a whole wheat tortilla, and add more vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. It's best enjoyed as a hearty, satisfying meal in moderation.
Absolutely! You can either prepare the filling and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days, or fully assemble and wrap the burritos. They are perfect for meal prep.
For best results, thaw the burrito in the refrigerator overnight. Then, you can heat it in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or wrap it in foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes until heated through. Searing it in a pan after microwaving will restore crispiness.
Yes, simply substitute the flour tortillas with your favorite gluten-free tortillas. Ensure your breakfast sausage is also certified gluten-free.
Feel free to customize! Sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, spinach, black beans, or corn are all excellent additions. You can also swap the cheese for cotija or pepper jack.