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Chorizo Breakfast Burrito Recipe

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Chorizo Breakfast Burrito recipe is a flavorful and satisfying way to start your day. Loaded with eggs, cheese, and seasoned chorizo, wrapped in a warm tortilla, it’s a perfect breakfast on-the-go.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt divided
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 lb Mexican chorizo
  • 12 large eggs whisked
  • 1/2 cup freshly shredded cheddar cheese
  • 3/4 cup monterey jack cheese or pepper jack cheese
  • 6 large burrito-sized flour tortillas gluten-free or grain-free (Siete) if needed
  • Fresh chopped parsley and/or cilantro for serving

Instructions

  1. Cook Chorizo: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chorizo and cook until browned, breaking it up into crumbles.
  2. Scramble Eggs: Push chorizo to the side of the skillet and pour in whisked eggs. Cook until set, then mix with chorizo.
  3. Assemble Burritos: Divide the egg and chorizo mixture among the tortillas. Top with cheeses and herbs. Roll up burritos and serve.

Notes

  • You can customize these burritos with additional toppings like avocado, salsa, or sour cream.
  • To make it healthier, consider using turkey chorizo or adding more vegetables.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burrito
  • Calories: 420 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 950 mg
  • Fat: 28 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 24 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Cholesterol: 280 mg