Loaded Breakfast Burrito: Your Hearty Winter Morning Game Changer
Start your day right with this **Loaded Breakfast Burrito**, a hearty winter morning game changer. Tired of bland breakfasts? This recipe solves that problem with a burst of flavors that’ll keep you full until lunch. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to the perfect breakfast burrito is all in the assembly. Keep reading for my best tips, or **jump to the recipe** if you’re ready to dive in. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Delicious Breakfast Tacos and Creamy Tuscan Chicken Potato Soup.
Why This Loaded Breakfast Burrito: Your Hearty Winter Morning Game Changer Is Pure Comfort
- Packed with protein to keep you full all morning
- Easy to customize with your favorite breakfast ingredients
- Better than takeout and perfect for meal prepping
- Comforting and satisfying, perfect for cozy winter mornings
What You'll Need for Loaded Breakfast Burrito: Your Hearty Winter Morning Game Changer
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- eggs
- bacon
- sausage
- potatoes
- onion
- bell pepper
- cheese
- tortilla
- salt
- pepper
- chili powder
- cumin
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- hot sauce (optional)
- Optional: sour cream
- Optional: guacamole
- Optional: salsa
- Optional: green onions
- Optional: jalapeños
📝 Ingredient Notes
- eggs: Use 2-3 eggs per burrito, depending on your appetite.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Non-stick skillet — Ensures even cooking and prevents sticking → See on Amazon
- Cast iron skillet — Distributes heat evenly for perfectly cooked potatoes → See on Amazon
How to Make Loaded Breakfast Burrito: Your Hearty Winter Morning Game Changer
- Prepare the potatoes: Scrub and dice potatoes. Cook in a skillet with a bit of oil until golden and crispy. Season with salt, pepper, and chili powder.
- Cook the eggs: Scramble eggs with salt, pepper, and hot sauce (if using). Cook in a separate skillet until set but still slightly runny.
- Cook the meat: Cook bacon and sausage in a skillet until crispy. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, cook diced onion and bell pepper until softened. Add cooked meat back to the skillet.
- Assemble the burritos: Warm tortillas in a dry skillet. On each tortilla, layer cooked potatoes, scrambled eggs, meat and pepper mixture, and cheese. Fold the sides over the filling and roll up tightly. Place seam-side down in a greased skillet and cook until golden and crispy on both sides.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Loaded Breakfast Burrito: Your Hearty Winter Morning Game Changer
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the eggs. They'll continue to cook once you've assembled the burritos.
- Pro tip: For extra crispy burritos, place them under the broiler for a minute or two after frying.
- Pro tip: To make ahead, assemble burritos without the cheese, wrap tightly in foil, and refrigerate. When ready to eat, cook in a skillet until heated through and cheese is melted.
Storing & Reheating Loaded Breakfast Burrito: Your Hearty Winter Morning Game Changer
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Burritos can be assembled up to a day ahead and refrigerated before cooking.
Freezing Loaded Breakfast Burrito: Your Hearty Winter Morning Game Changer
Freeze assembled burritos without cheese for up to 2 months. Reheat in a skillet until heated through and cheese is melted.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. The texture may be slightly different.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and sausage and add more vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.
- Best substitution: Use frozen hash browns instead of fresh potatoes for a quicker cooking time.
- Make-ahead: Burritos can be assembled up to a day ahead and refrigerated before cooking.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for a crowd or meal prepping.
- Troubleshooting: If your burritos are falling apart, try using a larger tortilla or folding the sides over the filling before rolling up.
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Loaded Breakfast Burrito: Your Hearty Winter Morning Game Changer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- eggs
- bacon
- sausage
- potatoes
- onion
- bell pepper
- cheese
- tortilla
Seasonings
- salt
- pepper
- chili powder
- cumin
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- hot sauce (optional)
Optional Toppings
- sour cream
- guacamole
- salsa
- green onions
- jalapeños
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes: Scrub and dice potatoes. Cook in a skillet with a bit of oil until golden and crispy. Season with salt, pepper, and chili powder.
- Cook the eggs: Scramble eggs with salt, pepper, and hot sauce (if using). Cook in a separate skillet until set but still slightly runny.
- Cook the meat: Cook bacon and sausage in a skillet until crispy. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, cook diced onion and bell pepper until softened. Add cooked meat back to the skillet.
- Assemble the burritos: Warm tortillas in a dry skillet. On each tortilla, layer cooked potatoes, scrambled eggs, meat and pepper mixture, and cheese. Fold the sides over the filling and roll up tightly. Place seam-side down in a greased skillet and cook until golden and crispy on both sides.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and sausage and add more vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.
- Best substitution: Use frozen hash browns instead of fresh potatoes for a quicker cooking time.
- Make-ahead: Burritos can be assembled up to a day ahead and refrigerated before cooking.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for a crowd or meal prepping.
- Troubleshooting: If your burritos are falling apart, try using a larger tortilla or folding the sides over the filling before rolling up.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze assembled burritos without cheese for up to 2 months. Reheat in a skillet until heated through and cheese is melted.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. The texture may be slightly different.
- Make ahead: Burritos can be assembled up to a day ahead and refrigerated before cooking.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 750
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 45g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1500mg
- Cholesterol: 300mg
- Sat. Fat: 18g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Loaded Breakfast Burrito: Your Hearty Winter Morning Game Changer FAQs
Yes, you can assemble the burritos up to a day ahead and refrigerate before cooking. For longer storage, freeze assembled burritos without cheese for up to 2 months.
If your burritos are falling apart, try using a larger tortilla or folding the sides over the filling before rolling up. You can also secure them with toothpicks if needed.
Yes, using frozen hash browns will speed up the cooking time. Simply cook them according to package instructions before adding seasonings.
Omit the bacon and sausage and add more vegetables like spinach or mushrooms to make these burritos vegetarian.
Reheat leftover burritos in a skillet over medium heat until heated through. The oven or microwave can also be used, but the texture may be slightly different.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Loaded Breakfast Burrito: Your Hearty Winter Morning Game Changer and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
