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Crispy Bacon Egg and Cheese Burrito with Potatoes

Golden crispy tortillas filled with fluffy eggs, crispy bacon, seasoned potatoes, and melted cheese – the ultimate hearty breakfast burrito.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 burritos
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 6 slices bacon cooked until crispy and chopped
  • 2 medium russet potatoes peeled and diced
  • 0.5 cup diced onions
  • 8 large eggs scrambled
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or Mexican blend
Seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • salt and black pepper to taste
Assembly
  • 6 large flour tortillas
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for potatoes
  • 1 tbsp butter for eggs
  • fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Cook bacon until crispy, drain, and chop.
  2. Cook diced potatoes and onions with seasoning until golden and crispy.
  3. Scramble eggs in butter until just set.
  4. Assemble burritos with eggs, potatoes, bacon, and cheese in tortillas.
  5. Pan-sear burritos until golden and crispy on both sides.
  6. Serve with salsa, sour cream, or avocado.

Notes

For meal prep, wrap cooked burritos in foil and store in the fridge up to 3 days or freeze up to 2 months. Reheat in oven or skillet for best texture.