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Hearty breakfast burritos packed with sausage, eggs, and potatoes, then smothered in a rich red chile sauce and melted cheese. A satisfying Southwestern classic perfect for a weekend brunch.
For 4 servings
Cook Potatoes and Sausage
Scramble Eggs and Combine Filling
Prepare the Red Chile Sauce
Hearty breakfast burritos packed with sausage, eggs, and potatoes, then smothered in a rich red chile sauce and melted cheese. A satisfying Southwestern classic perfect for a weekend brunch.
This southwest recipe takes 55 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 936.44 calories per serving with 46.2g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch.
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Assemble and Smother the Burritos
Bake and Serve
Replace the pork sausage with a plant-based sausage alternative or a mixture of black beans and corn. Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth in the sauce.
Add one or two finely diced jalapeños or serrano peppers to the skillet along with the onion. You can also use a hot variety of New Mexico red chile powder.
Substitute the breakfast sausage with cooked and crumbled bacon, chorizo, or shredded beef machaca for a different flavor profile.
Smother the burritos with a green chile sauce (salsa verde) instead of red chile sauce for a tangier, brighter flavor.
With a generous amount of eggs and sausage, this burrito provides a significant protein boost, which is essential for muscle repair, satiety, and maintaining energy levels throughout the morning.
The combination of complex carbohydrates from the potatoes and tortillas provides a steady source of energy, helping to prevent a mid-morning slump.
The red chile powder contains capsaicin, a compound known for its potential anti-inflammatory properties and ability to slightly boost metabolism.
Each burrito contains approximately 750-850 calories, depending on the specific ingredients used, such as the type of sausage and amount of cheese. It's a very hearty and filling meal.
This is an indulgent comfort food dish, high in protein and carbohydrates. While delicious, it is also high in calories, sodium, and saturated fat. It's best enjoyed as a special treat for a weekend brunch rather than a daily breakfast.
Yes, this is a great recipe for meal prep. You can prepare the filling and the sauce up to 3 days in advance and store them separately in the refrigerator. You can also assemble the burritos (without the sauce) and wrap them individually in foil. When ready to eat, place them in the baking dish, smother with reheated sauce, top with cheese, and bake.
For the most authentic Southwestern flavor, use New Mexico red chile powder, which is made from dried New Mexico chiles. It has a deep, earthy, and slightly sweet flavor. It comes in mild, medium, and hot varieties, so you can choose your preferred spice level. Standard chili powder is a blend of spices and will produce a different flavor.
Store leftover smothered burritos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place them in an oven-safe dish, cover with foil, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through. You can also microwave individual portions, but the tortilla may become soft.
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