Here's a simple recipe to prepare a delicious chicken breakfast burrito:
*Ingredients:*
- 1 pound cooked chicken (diced or shredded) - 4 large eggs - 1/2 cup diced onion - 1/2 cup diced bell pepper - 1 jalapeño pepper, diced - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1 tablespoon olive oil - 1 teaspoon cumin - Salt and pepper, to taste - 4 large flour tortillas - Shredded cheese (Cheddar or Monterey Jack work well) - Optional fillings: diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, diced avocado, sour cream, salsa
*Instructions:*
1. *Scramble eggs*: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, salt, and pepper. Set aside. 2. *Sauté onion, bell pepper, and jalapeño*: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced onion, bell pepper, and jalapeño. Cook until tender, about 5 minutes. 3. *Add garlic and cumin*: Add minced garlic and cumin to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute. 4. *Add chicken*: Add diced or shredded chicken to the skillet. Stir to combine with the vegetable mixture. 5. *Pour in eggs*: Pour the whisked eggs over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Scramble the eggs until cooked through. 6. *Warm tortillas*: Warm the flour tortillas by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20-30 seconds. 7. *Assemble burritos*: Spoon about 1/2 cup of the egg and chicken mixture onto the center of a tortilla. Add shredded cheese and any desired optional fillings. 8. *Fold and serve*: Fold the bottom edge of the tortilla up over the filling, then fold in the sides and roll the burrito up tightly. Serve hot and enjoy!
*Tips and Variations:*
- Use leftover cooked chicken or cook chicken breast specifically for this recipe. - Add diced ham, bacon, or sausage for added protein. - Use different types of cheese, such as Pepper Jack or Queso Fresco. - Add some heat with diced serrano peppers or hot sauce. - Experiment with different types of tortillas, such as whole wheat or corn tortillas.
I hope you enjoy this recipe! Let me know if you have any questions or if you'd like any variations or substitutions.
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