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California Chicken Breakfast Burrito

California Chicken Breakfast Burrito

The ultimate comfort food to kickstart your day! The California Chicken Breakfast Burrito is a delicious bundle filled with tender chicken, fluffy eggs, vibrant veggies, and a blend of cheeses. Perfect for a quick breakfast or a leisurely brunch, this recipe will quickly become a favorite. Make it tonight for a satisfying start to your day!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Chicken breast cut into small cubes
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 Onion diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 Red bell pepper seeds removed, deveined and sliced
  • 8 Large eggs room temperature
  • 1/3 cup Half and half
  • 4 tablespoons Butter
  • to taste Kosher salt
  • to taste Black pepper Freshly ground
  • 4 large Flour tortillas
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 large Tomato diced
  • 1 Avocado diced
  • 1 cup Fresh spinach
  • for serving Hot sauce

Equipment

  • Cutting Board
  • Skillet
  • Frying Pan
  • Chef's Knife
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Place a large skillet over medium heat and add one tablespoon of olive oil.
  2. Once hot, season the cubed chicken with Kosher salt and black pepper and cook until golden brown; remove from the pan and set aside.
  3. Add onion, garlic, bell pepper, and salt, and cook until tender.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and half and half.
  5. Wipe out the same skillet and place it over medium heat. Add butter and melt it. When butter is just starting to foam, reduce heat to medium-low, and add beaten eggs.
  6. Using a rubber spatula, occasionally stir until soft curds form. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. In the center of each tortilla, spread ¼ of chicken, layer ¼ of veggies, ¼ of scrambled eggs, ¼ cups of each cheese, and add tomato pieces, spinach, and avocado.
  8. Fold in the two sides and roll up tightly. Serve with hot sauce.

Notes

  • Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave.
  • Freezing: These burritos can be frozen. Wrap them tightly in foil before placing them in a freezer bag. They’ll last for up to two months.
  • Pairing: Serve alongside fresh fruit or a light salad for a balanced meal.
  • Batch Cooking: Make a big batch during the weekend and freeze them individually for quick breakfasts during the week.
  • Serving Styles: Try serving them with different sauces like salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for variety.