Save Hearty and flavorful breakfast burritos filled with eggs, sausage, vegetables, and cheese, perfect for meal prep and busy mornings.
I have made these breakfast burritos multiple times to save time during busy mornings and they never disappoint.
Ingredients
- Eggs & Dairy: 8 large eggs, 1/4 cup whole milk, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Meats: 8 oz (225 g) breakfast sausage (pork or turkey) casing removed
- Vegetables: 1 medium red bell pepper diced, 1 small yellow onion diced, 1 cup baby spinach chopped
- Tortillas: 6 large (10-inch) flour tortillas
- Pantry & Spices: 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onion and bell pepper for 34 minutes until softened.
- Cook Sausage:
- Add sausage and cook breaking it up until browned and cooked through about 56 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Wilt Spinach:
- Stir in chopped spinach and cook for 1 minute until wilted. Transfer mixture to a bowl and set aside.
- Mix Eggs:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and chili powder (if using).
- Cook Eggs:
- Pour eggs into the same skillet and scramble gently over medium-low heat until just set but still soft. Remove from heat.
- Warm Tortillas:
- Warm tortillas in the microwave for 20 seconds to make them pliable.
- Assemble Burritos:
- On each tortilla, layer egg mixture, sausage and veggies, and sprinkle with cheese.
- Roll Burritos:
- Fold in the sides and roll up tightly.
- Freeze Burritos:
- Wrap each burrito tightly in foil or parchment paper, then place in a freezer bag.
- Reheat Burritos:
- Microwave unwrapped burrito for 12 minutes or bake in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 20 minutes from frozen.
Save This recipe brings great joy to our family weekend breakfasts as everyone enjoys customizing their burritos with their favorite toppings.
Required Tools
Large skillet, Mixing bowls, Whisk, Spatula, Knife and cutting board, Foil or parchment paper (for freezing)
Allergen Information
Contains Eggs, Milk (dairy), Wheat (gluten), and possibly Soy (in some sausage or tortillas). Check labels for gluten-free or dairy-free options if needed.
Nutritional Information
Calories 375, Total Fat 22 g, Carbohydrates 28 g, Protein 18 g per burrito
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Enjoy these make-ahead breakfast burritos any day of the week for a quick delicious start.
Recipe FAQ
- → Can I make these burritos vegetarian?
Yes, simply omit the sausage and add black beans or extra vegetables to maintain flavor and texture.
- → How should I reheat the burritos from frozen?
Microwave the unwrapped burrito for 1-2 minutes or bake in a 350°F oven for about 20 minutes until heated through.
- → What kind of cheese works best in these burritos?
Cheddar cheese provides a classic flavor, but pepper jack or Monterey Jack offers a nice spicy alternative.
- → How can I prevent soggy burritos when freezing?
Allow all fillings to cool completely before assembling and wrapping the burritos tightly before freezing.
- → Can I use turkey sausage instead of pork?
Absolutely, turkey sausage works well and is a great leaner option while maintaining flavor.