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easy breakfast burrito recipe

Easy Breakfast Burritos

With just a few basic ingredients and less than 15 minutes, you can whip up a warm, satisfying breakfast that’s both budget-friendly and packed with protein. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just need something quick before heading out the door, this recipe delivers every time.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 T. olive oil
  • 4 medium green onions sliced
  • 1-1/2 medium Green red, or yellow bell pepper, chopped
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 T. milk
  • Salt black pepper, to taste
  • 4 flour tortillas 7 to 8 inches in diameter, heated
  • 1/2 c. shredded Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese 2 ounces

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Sauté onions and bell peppers for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender.
  3. Beat eggs, milk, salt and pepper in medium bowl with fork or wire whisk until well mixed.
  4. Pour egg mixture over vegetables in skillet. Reduce heat to medium.
  5. Cook 4 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently until eggs are set but still moist.
  6. Spoon egg mixture onto warm tortillas; sprinkle with cheese.
  7. Roll up tortillas.

Notes

Frugal Mom Tips: How to Stretch This Easy Breakfast Burrito Recipe Even Further

  • Add leftover meat: Toss in last night’s taco meat, sausage, or even rotisserie chicken.
  • Use what you have: Any veggie works — spinach, mushrooms, zucchini, or even frozen hash browns.
  • Make it freezer-friendly: Wrap each burrito in foil or parchment and freeze. Reheat in the microwave or toaster oven for a grab-and-go breakfast.
  • Turn it into a breakfast bar: Let the kids build their own burritos with salsa, avocado, or hot sauce for a fun DIY morning.