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High protein breakfast burritos

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Delicious high protein breakfast burritos recipe with detailed instructions and nutritional information.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • Eggs, 6 large
  • Cooked Chicken Breast, 1 cup shredded
  • Black Beans, 1/2 cup drained and rinsed
  • Shredded Cheddar Cheese, 1/2 cup
  • Salsa, 1/4 cup
  • Whole Wheat Tortillas, 4 large
  • Olive Oil, 1 tablespoon
  • Green Onion, 2 tablespoons chopped

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Whisk eggs in a bowl and pour into the hot skillet. Scramble the eggs until they are cooked but still slightly moist.
  2. Step 2: Add the shredded chicken breast, black beans, salsa, and green onion to the skillet with the scrambled eggs. Stir to combine all ingredients and heat through.
  3. Step 3: Warm the tortillas in a microwave or dry skillet until pliable. This prevents them from tearing when you roll them.
  4. Step 4: Divide the egg and chicken mixture evenly among the warmed tortillas.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the mixture in each tortilla.
  6. Step 6: Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll it up tightly to form a burrito. Serve immediately or wrap individually for later.

Notes

  • For longer storage, wrap individual burritos tightly in foil *after* they've cooled completely to prevent freezer burn.
  • Reheat frozen burritos by microwaving for 1-2 minutes, then crisping them in a skillet for a restaurant-style finish.
  • Serve your burritos with a dollop of sour cream and some extra salsa for dipping – a perfect complement to the hearty filling.
  • Don't overcook the eggs; slightly moist eggs will prevent the burritos from becoming dry after refrigeration or freezing.
  • Author: Anna Raymond
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American