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Protein-Packed Breakfast Burritos Ready to Freeze & Reheat

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 10 burritos
Calories 350
Start your day with these protein-packed breakfast burritos, perfect for meal prepping and freezing for a quick and easy breakfast. Loaded with veggies, meat, eggs, and cheese, they're a delicious and convenient way to fuel your morning.

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 1 cup bell peppers (diced, any color)
  • 1 cup onions (diced, yellow or white)
  • 2 cups yellow potatoes (diced, Yukon Gold preferred)

Protein

  • 1 lb lean ground meat (turkey, chicken, or 93/7 beef, raw weight)
  • 6 large eggs
  • 4 large egg whites
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese (full-fat for best texture)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (sharp cheddar recommended)

Seasoning & Wraps

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 10 large burrito-sized tortillas (Grande size)
  • favorite sauce (salsa, hot sauce, or both)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)

Instructions 

  • Roast vegetables at 400°F for 20-25 minutes.
  • Add ground meat to roasted vegetables, season, and roast for 10-15 minutes.
  • Blend eggs, egg whites, and cottage cheese until smooth.
  • Pour egg mixture over meat and vegetables, top with cheese, and bake for 12-15 minutes.
  • Cool, slice into portions, warm tortillas, add sauce and cilantro, and roll into burritos.
  • Wrap burritos, freeze, and reheat in the microwave for 3-4 minutes.

Notes

For best results, use high-quality tortillas that won't tear easily when rolling.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $20
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Eggs