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High-Protein Breakfast Burrito

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  • Author: mohamed
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: High-Protein

Description

A warm, hearty breakfast burrito filled with creamy scrambled eggs, savory chicken, and vibrant vegetables, perfect for a nourishing start to your day.


Ingredients

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  • 1 large whole wheat tortilla
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup egg whites
  • 1/2 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded
  • 1/4 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons salsa
  • 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup diced onion
  • Spices: cumin, chili powder, garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat the skillet: Place a nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
  2. Sauté the vegetables: Add diced bell pepper and onion; cook for 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add chicken: Stir in shredded chicken with veggies.
  4. Spice it up: Season with cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder; cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. Whisk the eggs: In a bowl, mix the eggs and egg whites until fluffy.
  6. Cook the eggs: Pour egg mixture into the skillet; scramble until fully cooked.
  7. Combine: Stir in black beans with the chicken and vegetable mixture.
  8. Melt cheese: Add cheese; stir until melted.
  9. Assemble the burrito: Spoon mixture onto the tortilla, drizzle with salsa, and sprinkle cilantro.
  10. Roll it up: Fold sides inward and roll tightly.
  11. Serve it hot: Enjoy immediately or wrap for later.

Notes

Make-Ahead: Prepare the filling in advance and store in the fridge.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burrito
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 300mg