Spicy Egg and Potato Breakfast Burritos

These Spicy Egg and Potato Breakfast Burritos are the perfect way to wake up your taste buds!

THE RECIPE

INGREDIENTS

For Potatoes:

• Nonstick cooking spray
• 1 large red potato, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
• 1/2 large onion, chopped
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more for jalapeno
• 2 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp oregano
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• Salt
• Pepper
• 1 jalapeno

For Eggs:

• 8 large eggs
• 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil

For Burritos:

• 4 large (10-inch) flour tortillas
• 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
• Salsa or hot sauce, optional

INSTRUCTIONS

Prepare potatoes:

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Spray a large baking pan with nonstick spray.
2. In a zip top bag (or medium bowl), combine potato, onion, olive oil, and spices, plus salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.
3. Spread seasoned potatoes on baking pan in a single layer.
4. Add jalapeno to baking pan; lightly drizzle with olive oil.
5. Roast potatoes and jalapeno for 15 minutes.
6. Remove from oven; flip potatoes and jalapeno, then return to oven.
7. Bake until potatoes are cooked through, about 10 to 15 minutes more.
8. Remove from oven; season with additional salt, if desired. Set aside.

Prepare eggs:

1. Add eggs to a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper, then beat until frothy.
2. As soon as potatoes are done, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Chop roasted jalapeno, discarding seeds, stem, and any skin that is peeling off.
4. Add eggs and jalapeno to skillet; cook until eggs are scrambled, stirring frequently. Remove from heat.

Assemble burritos:

1. Place a tortilla on a large plate; microwave for 10 to 15 seconds, or until warm.
2. Top tortilla with 1/4 of the eggs, cheese, and potatoes.
3. Fold tortilla around filling. Repeat process with remaining ingredients to make 4 burritos.
4. Serve burritos with salsa or hot sauce, if desired.

This recipe and image adapted from: hellolittlehome.com

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