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Savory Ultimate Breakfast Burrito with Chorizo, Eggs & Cheese

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A quick and hearty breakfast burrito featuring spicy Mexican chorizo, fluffy scrambled eggs, and a blend of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, wrapped in a warm flour tortilla. Perfect for busy mornings or weekend brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces Mexican chorizo, casing removed and crumbled
  • 6 large eggs, beaten lightly
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 100 g)
  • ½ cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (about 50 g)
  • ½ cup finely diced onion (white or yellow)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch/25 cm)
  • Optional: fresh salsa, sliced avocado, or sour cream for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat a non-stick skillet or cast iron pan over medium heat. Add the crumbled chorizo and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Drain excess grease if necessary.
  2. Push the chorizo to one side of the pan. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the empty side and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant. Mix everything together.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs lightly with a pinch of salt and pepper. Pour the eggs into the pan with the chorizo mixture, reduce heat to low, and stir gently and continuously to scramble the eggs softly for 3–4 minutes. Avoid overcooking.
  4. Sprinkle shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the eggs. Let melt for about a minute while stirring gently to combine until cheese is gooey and stringy.
  5. Warm each tortilla in a separate dry skillet over medium heat for about 20 seconds per side or wrap in a damp towel and microwave for 20 seconds until soft and flexible.
  6. Lay a warm tortilla flat and spoon a generous amount of the chorizo-egg-cheese mixture down the center. Add optional garnishes like fresh cilantro or salsa if desired. Fold the sides in and roll tightly from one end to form a burrito.
  7. Optional: Place the burrito seam side down on the skillet and cook for 1–2 minutes to crisp up the outside slightly.

Notes

Drain excess grease from chorizo to avoid a heavy burrito. Cook eggs low and slow to keep them soft and creamy. Warm tortillas before assembling to prevent cracking. Freshly shred cheese for best melt. Pre-cooked chorizo and eggs can be prepared ahead to save time. Optional finishing step to crisp burrito seam side down adds texture.

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Keywords: breakfast burrito, chorizo, scrambled eggs, cheese, quick breakfast, easy brunch, Mexican breakfast

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