Breakfast Enchiladas Recipe

Name: Breakfast Enchiladas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound uncooked chorizo or spicy pork sausage; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1/2 medium green pepper, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons butter; 6 eggs, beaten; 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided; 3/4 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese, divided; 2 cans (10 ounces each) enchilada sauce, divided; 8 flour tortillas (8 inches), room temperature; 1 green onion, finely chopped

Servings: persons

1
Crumble chorizo into a large skillet; add onion and green pepper. Cook over medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until sausage is fully cooked; drain.
2
In another skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add eggs; cook and stir until almost set. Remove from the heat; stir in the chorizo mixture and 1/3 cup of each cheese.
3
Spread 1/2 cup enchilada sauce into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Spread 2 tablespoons enchilada sauce over each tortilla; place 2 tablespoons egg mixture down the center. Roll up and place seam side down in prepared dish.
4
Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the top; sprinkle with remaining cheeses.
5
Bake, uncovered, at 350u00b0 for 25-30 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with green onion.

1287

kcal

Calories

Fat

158

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound uncooked chorizo or spicy pork sausage, 1 small onion, finely chopped, 1/2 medium green pepper, finely chopped, 2 teaspoons butter, and more.

Yes, Breakfast Enchiladas falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Breakfast Enchiladas

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