Description
Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Breakfast Taquitos are the perfect way to start your day! Loaded with scrambled eggs, melted cheese, and savory fillings, they’re ideal for meal prep or a grab-and-go breakfast.
Ingredients
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- For the Filling:
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup cooked breakfast sausage, crumbled (or diced bacon or ham)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
- 1/4 cup diced green chilies (optional)
- For the Taquitos:
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for brushing or frying)
- Optional Toppings and Dips:
- Salsa
- Guacamole
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Make the Filling:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Scramble the eggs until just set, then stir in the cooked sausage, cheese, and green chilies. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the Taquitos:
- Place a small amount of the egg mixture onto each tortilla. Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling and place seam-side down.
- Cook the Taquitos:
- For Baking: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Place taquitos seam-side down on a greased baking sheet, brush lightly with oil, and bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- For Frying: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the taquitos seam-side down until golden brown, turning as needed, about 2–3 minutes per side.
- Serve:
- Serve warm with salsa, guacamole, and sour cream for dipping.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the sausage and add sautéed veggies like bell peppers or spinach.
- These can be made ahead and frozen; reheat in the oven or air fryer for a crispy finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito
- Calories: ~190
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 110mg