Breakfast Burrito with Eggs and Potatoes (Printable Version)

Hearty tortilla wrap with fluffy eggs, crispy potatoes, melted cheese, and your choice of bacon or sausage.

# Ingredient List:

→ Proteins

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

→ Vegetables

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

→ Dairy

06 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
07 - 2 tablespoons milk

→ Tortillas

08 - 4 large flour tortillas (10 inches)

→ 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)

# How to Make It:

01 - Cook bacon or sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels. Chop into bite-sized pieces.
02 - In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon oil. Sauté potatoes, onion, and bell pepper with salt, pepper, and paprika (if using) until golden and tender, about 10 minutes. Set aside.
03 - In a bowl, whisk eggs with milk, salt, and pepper. Heat remaining oil in a non-stick pan, pour in the eggs, and gently scramble until just set.
04 - Warm the tortillas in a dry pan or microwave for 20 seconds until pliable.
05 - Place a quarter of the potatoes, eggs, bacon or sausage, and cheese in the center of each tortilla.
06 - Fold in the sides and roll up tightly to form burritos.
07 - For a crispy exterior, grill burritos seam-side down in a dry skillet for 2 minutes.
08 - Serve hot with salsa or hot sauce if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The combination of crispy potatoes, fluffy eggs, and melty cheese hits every texture craving in one bite
  • You can prep components ahead and customize fillings for everyone at the table
  • These reheat beautifully, making them perfect for busy weekday mornings
02 -
  • Do not overfill the tortillas or they will burst when you try to roll them up
  • Let the eggs rest for a minute before assembling so they do not make the tortilla soggy
  • Grilling the assembled burritos makes them hold together much better
03 -
  • Use a nonstick pan for the eggs so they do not stick and break apart
  • Warm your tortillas until they are pliable but not crispy
  • Let the meat cool slightly before adding it so the cheese does not melt too fast
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