Craving something indulgent, savory, and packed with flavors to kickstart your mornings? Check out these chorizo breakfast burritos – a family favorite. These easy burritos are loaded with spicy Mexican chorizo sausage, fluffy eggs, crispy potatoes, melty cheese, and bright salsa for a filling and satisfying meal you can enjoy on-the-go. With each hearty bite, you’ll be treated to a fiesta of flavors and textures that will add some spice to your daily breakfast routine.
One of the stars of this dish is the chorizo sausage, which provides a smoky, garlicky, and slightly spicy punch of protein. Chorizo is made from coarsely ground pork that gets seasoned with paprika, chili powder, garlic, vinegar, and other robust flavors before being cooked. This gives the sausage its signature deep red hue and intense flavor profile. The spicy oil rendered from the cooked chorizo infuses everything it touches with savory Southwestern essence. Eggs are a classic breakfast choice, and when scrambled with crumbled chorizo, they take on a richness and heat that is so addicting.
To add heartiness and substance, diced russet potatoes are cooked until crispy and golden brown. The tender potatoes soak up all the flavorful chorizo oil while providing a pleasant starchy crunch. Onions are cooked alongside the potatoes for aromatic balance and sweetness to offset the spice. Ooey-gooey Monterey jack cheese ties everything together, melting over the toasty potatoes, eggs, and chorizo into cheesy breakfast bliss.
Everything gets wrapped neatly in a warm flour tortilla that seals in all the melty goodness. The soft, pliable tortilla soaks up the delicious juices and keeps the filling secure for an easy on-the-go breakfast. A drizzle of vibrant salsa and dollop of cool sour cream when serving provide refreshing contrast to cut the richness of the burrito. The alternating tastes of savory, spicy, creamy, and acidic make this chorizo burrito a true flavor celebration from the very first bite!
While these burritos sound decadent, the best part is how easy they are to make at home with just 10 ingredients. All you’ll need is some time to cook the sausage, potatoes, onion, and eggs before assembling. You can also prepare the burrito fillings ahead of time and store them in the fridge, so all you have to do is reheat and wrap in tortillas in the morning. Meal prepping these burritos on the weekend makes grab-and-go breakfasts a breeze all week long.
Whether you’re serving them fresh and hot off the skillet or reheated from the fridge, these chorizo breakfast burritos are guaranteed to satisfy. One bite of the complex medley of textures and smoky, spicy flavors will have you eager to dig in for the next. The protein-packed eggs and sausage provide lasting energy to fuel your busy mornings. Feel free to customize your burritos with different fillings or salsas to suit your personal tastes.
No matter how you enjoy them, these chorizo breakfast burritos are sure to add an indulgent, crave-worthy kick to your daily morning meal.
OVERVIEW OF KEY INGREDIENTS:
- Chorizo Sausage. This is the star ingredient that gives the burritos their signature spicy, smoky flavor. Chorizo is a seasoned pork sausage that originated in Mexican cuisine. It’s made by coarsely grinding pork and seasoning it boldly with paprika, garlic, chilies, herbs and vinegar. The paprika gives chorizo its rich red color.
- Eggs. Eggs provide protein and bind the ingredients together once scrambled. Chicken eggs are most common, but you can use duck or quail eggs for a flavor twist.
- Potatoes. Diced russet potatoes add heartiness, texture, and soaks up flavor. The starchy cubes cook up tender on the inside with crispy browned edges.
- Onions. Onions provide aromatic flavor and some sweetness to balance out the spice of the chorizo. Yellow onions work well but red or white could also be used.
- Cheese. Monterey jack cheese melts beautifully over the fillings, acting as a creamy binder. Any melty Mexican-style cheese like queso fresco could also work.
- Flour Tortillas. Soft flour tortillas wrap up the fillings into a perfect handheld package. Look for burrito-size 10-inch tortillas to encase the generous filling.
- Salsa. A tomato-based red salsa adds a fresh acidic punch when serving the burritos. Green or black bean salsa also delicious.
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- Sour Cream. Cool, tangy sour cream helps balance the rich flavors of the burrito. It also adds moisture.
RECIPE NOTES:
– For spicier chorizo, use hot Mexican-style sausage or add a pinch of cayenne powder.
– Potatoes can be substituted with sautéed bell peppers, onions, or other veggies.
– For a vegetarian version, omit the chorizo and add black beans or meatless crumbles.
– Leftover burrito filling keeps well refrigerated for 3-4 days. Reheat before assembling into tortillas.
– Assembled burritos can be wrapped individually in foil and frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat frozen burritos in the oven at 350°F for 20 minutes.
Chorizo Breakfast Burrito
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 tbsp milk
- ½ pound Mexican-style chorizo sausage casing removed
- 1 russet potato diced into 1/2-inch cubes
- ½ yellow onion diced
- ¼ cup shredded monterey jack cheese
- 4 10-inch flour tortillas
- salt and pepper to taste
- salsa for serving
- sour ream for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Eggs: In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Set aside.
- Prepare the Chorizo: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add the chorizo sausage. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned and crispy, 5-6 minutes. Transfer the cooked chorizo to a plate.
- Cook the potatoes: Add the potato and onion cubes to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are fork-tender and browned.
- Scramble the Eggs: Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and gently scramble until eggs are cooked through but still moist, about 2-3 minutes.
- Combine ingredients: Return the chorizo to the skillet and mix to combine with the eggs, potatoes, and onions. Remove from heat.
- Assmemble the Chorizo Breakfast Burrito: Assemble the burritos by placing about 1⁄4 of the egg-chorizo mixture into the center of each tortilla. Top with a handful of shredded cheese. Fold up the bottom of tortilla and fold in sides to wrap the burrito closed.
- Roll, Garnish and Serve: Serve the burritos warm with desired amounts of salsa and sour cream for topping. Enjoy!
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