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High-protein breakfast burrito filled with eggs, beans, and fresh vegetables

High-Protein Breakfast Burrito

A nutritious and flavorful breakfast option packed with protein from eggs and chicken, perfect for busy mornings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 2 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 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
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions
 

Cooking

  • Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
  • Once the oil is hot, add the diced bell pepper and onion to the skillet.
  • Cook the bell pepper and onion, stirring occasionally, for about 3-4 minutes or until they soften.
  • Add the shredded chicken breast to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables.
  • Sprinkle in the cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder. Stir to coat the chicken and vegetables evenly with the spices.
  • Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  • While the chicken and vegetable mixture cooks, crack the eggs into a separate bowl. Add the egg whites and whisk them together until fully combined.
  • Once the chicken and vegetables are ready, push them to one side of the skillet.
  • Pour the egg mixture into the empty side of the skillet and let it cook undisturbed for 1-2 minutes until it begins to set around the edges.
  • Use a spatula to gently stir the eggs, scrambling them until fully cooked, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Once the eggs are scrambled, stir them into the chicken and vegetable mixture.
  • Add the black beans, stirring to incorporate them into the egg mixture.
  • Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top and stir until it melts into the mixture.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and set it aside.
  • Lay the whole wheat tortilla flat on a clean surface.
  • Spoon the egg and chicken mixture onto the center of the tortilla.
  • Drizzle the salsa over the top of the filling.
  • Sprinkle the chopped fresh cilantro over the salsa.
  • Carefully fold the sides of the tortilla inward, then roll it up tightly to form the burrito.
  • Serve immediately while hot, or wrap it in foil for later.

Notes

Feel free to substitute any of the vegetables with your favorites, such as spinach or mushrooms. You can use other types of cheese, like feta or pepper jack, for a different flavor. If you want an extra kick, add jalapeños to the filling. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 36gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 650mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2g
Keyword Breakfast Burrito, healthy breakfast, High Protein, Meal Prep, Quick Meal
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