These Breakfast Tacos are the perfect way to start your day with a satisfying and delicious meal. This classic Tex-Mex dish is a crowd-pleaser that can be customized to suit your taste buds and tastes absolutely amazing! They’re perfect for busy mornings.
The dish consists of soft flour tortillas that are filled with scrambled eggs, chorizo, and potatoes, with other toppings like diced tomatoes, cucumbers, and sour cream adding an extra burst of flavor.
The key to making the perfect breakfast tacos is to make sure that the eggs, potatoes, and chorizo are cooked to perfection and the tortillas are warm and pliable.
With the right combination of ingredients and a little bit of technique, these breakfast tacos are sure to become a staple in your morning routine. I’m sure you’re going to absolutely love it!
Want to learn how to make breakfast tacos? Then keep on reading.
Table of Contents
- What are Breakfast Tacos?
- What Makes This Breakfast Tacos Recipe Special?
- What You Need to Make Breakfast Tacos at Home
- How to Make Breakfast Tacos (Step-by-Step)
- Tips for Making the Best Breakfast Tacos Ever
- Serving Suggestions for Breakfast Tacos
- Recipe Variation Ideas for Breakfast Tacos
- Frequently Asked Questions
- How to Store Leftover Breakfast Tacos
- Similar Recipes You'll Love
- Recipe Card
- The Easiest Breakfast Tacos (Perfect for Busy Mornings!)
- Comments
What are Breakfast Tacos?
Breakfast tacos are a popular Mexican-American breakfast dish that typically includes scrambled eggs, chorizo, potatoes, and a variety of toppings such as salsa, cucumbers, tomatoes, avocado, sour cream, and bacon or sausage. The filling is served on a soft tortilla that is folded and can be eaten on the go.
What’s best about breakfast tacos is that they are delicious, filling, and easy to make. They are also versatile, as you can customize the toppings to your liking, making it a great dish for those who have dietary restrictions.
Plus, they are a convenient breakfast option for those who are busy and don’t have time to sit down for a meal. Having breakfast tacos is truly a great way to start the day and I’m sure you’re going to love my recipe!
What Makes This Breakfast Tacos Recipe Special?
Versatile: This recipe can be easily customized to fit any taste preference or dietary restriction. You can adjust the ingredients to make them vegetarian, gluten-free, or add in your favorite toppings to make them your own.
Easy: This recipe is incredibly simple and quick to make, perfect for busy weekday mornings or lazy weekend brunches. The ingredients are easy to find and the assembly process is straightforward.
Flavorful: The combination of fluffy scrambled eggs, delicious chorizo, and everyone’s favorite potatoes creates a burst of flavor in every bite. The addition of fresh herbs and spices takes this recipe to the next level.
Crowd-pleaser: This recipe is perfect for feeding a large group of people. You can easily double or triple the recipe to feed a crowd, and everyone can customize their tacos to their liking.
Satisfying: These breakfast tacos are filling and satisfying, making them the perfect meal to start your day. The combination of protein, healthy fats, and carbs will keep you full and energized until your next meal.
Healthy: What’s best is that this delicious recipe is also healthy, with a great source of carbohydrates and fiber while being low in calories especially when compared to store-bought breakfast tacos.
What You Need to Make Breakfast Tacos at Home
All you need are some simple pantry staple ingredients to make this breakfast tacos recipe at home. Let's look at them in more detail:
- Flour tortillas: We will be using Mission Flour Tortillas as the base for this dish. It’ll be the perfect way to have our delicious tacos!
- Potatoes: We will be using potatoes in this recipe, which will add a hearty and filling element to the dish. As they cook, they’ll become tender and slightly crispy on the outside, adding a satisfying texture.
- Beef chorizo: Using beef chorizo will bring a bold and spicy flavor to this dish. As it cooks, it will release its oils, creating a flavorful base for the other ingredients. It will also add a robust and slightly smoky taste to the final product.
- Eggs: We will also be using eggs in this recipe, which will add a creamy and rich texture. As they cook, they’ll become fluffy and light, enhancing the overall texture of the dish. They’ll also add a savory flavor, complementing the other ingredients.
- Salt: And of course, we will need to add salt so as to enhance the flavors of other ingredients in our breakfast taco filling.
- Milk: Make sure to use milk in this recipe to add a creamy and fluffy texture to our eggs.
- Tomatoes: We will also use tomatoes to add a fresh and juicy element to our delicious breakfast tacos
- Cucumbers: We will be using cucumbers to add a refreshing and crunchy element to this dish.
- Sour cream: We will also use sour cream in order to add a tangy and creamy element to this dish. It will also add a slightly sour and tangy taste that I absolutely love! You can add as much or as little of it as you like.
How to Make Breakfast Tacos (Step-by-Step)
Making these incredible breakfast tacos is easier than you think. Here's how to make them at home step by step:
How to Make Breakfast Taco Filling
To start, gather all the ingredients and begin by peeling and washing the potatoes.
Once the potatoes are clean, cut them into small cubes.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the potatoes, sautéing them for around 10 minutes. Make sure to mix the potatoes from the bottom to the top of the skillet every couple of minutes to guarantee that they cook evenly.
While your potatoes are cooking, prepare your vegetables by washing and slicing the cucumbers and tomatoes.
Once the potatoes are halfway cooked, add a stick of chorizo to the skillet. Reduce the heat to low and mix the chorizo into the potato mixture.
Sauté everything for another 5 minutes, turning the mixture every minute from the bottom to the top.
In a small bowl, beat the eggs, milk, and salt together.
Once the chorizo and potatoes are cooked, add the egg mixture to the skillet and continue to cook and scramble everything for another 5 minutes.
Make sure to mix everything constantly while it cooks. Once everything is cooked, cover the skillet with a lid and set it aside.
To heat the tortillas, place them one at a time onto a skillet over low heat. Heat each side for around 1 minute and then place them into the original bag.
Once all the tortillas are heated, place the bag into a folded towel to keep them warm. This will make sure that the tortillas stay soft and are easy to fold.
How to Assemble Breakfast Tacos
To assemble the tacos, place one tortilla onto a plate and add ½ cup of the potato/egg/chorizo mixture in the middle.
Spread the sliced cucumbers and tomatoes on top of the mixture and then garnish with 3-4 teaspoons of sour cream.
Start folding the bottom of the tortilla up and then fold in the right and left sides. Enjoy your delicious breakfast tacos with a cup of fruit juice!
Your delicious Breakfast Tacos are ready to be served!
Tips for Making the Best Breakfast Tacos Ever
Prep your ingredients: Before beginning to cook, make sure all your ingredients are prepped and ready to go. Chop the potatoes, tomatoes, and cucumber beforehand to save time.
Don’t overcook the eggs: When making scrambled eggs, make sure to remove them from the heat before they’re fully cooked. The residual heat will continue cooking them and prevent them from becoming dry and rubbery.
Warm the tortillas properly: To warm tortillas, place them in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side. This will make them pliable and prevent them from cracking when you fold them.
Add a crunchy element: For some added texture, consider adding a crunchy element to your tacos. Crushed tortilla chips or sliced radishes would both work well.
Garnish with fresh herbs: To add some brightness and freshness to your tacos, garnish them with fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley. This will also help balance out the richness of the eggs.
Serving Suggestions for Breakfast Tacos
- Serve them with a side of fresh guacamole for a creamy and delicious addition to your breakfast.
- Top the tacos with a sprinkle of crumbled queso fresco cheese and a drizzle of hot sauce for a spicy kick.
- Serve the tacos with a side of refried beans and rice for a more filling breakfast option.
- Add some diced tomatoes and onions on top of the tacos for some extra freshness and crunch.
- Serve the tacos with a side of freshly squeezed orange juice or a cup of coffee for a complete and satisfying breakfast.
Recipe Variation Ideas for Breakfast Tacos
This delicious breakfast tacos recipe is absolutely perfect as is, but if you're looking to change things up, here are a few variation ideas you can try:
- Veggie Tacos: To make this variation, add sautéed bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms to your scrambled eggs, and top with avocado slices, salsa, and some cheddar cheese or cotija cheese. This version is perfect for vegetarians or anyone looking to add more veggies to their breakfast.
- Southwestern Tacos: To make this variation add canned black beans, diced tomatoes, and chopped cilantro to your scrambled eggs. Top with shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and some pico de gallo for a spicy kick. Bake some bacon and add it as well!
- Tex-Mex Tacos: To make this variation, use ground beef instead of bacon or breakfast sausage, and add diced green chilies, black olives, and shredded cheese to your scrambled eggs. Top with salsa and guacamole for a Tex-Mex twist.
- Breakfast Taco Bowls: To make this variation, skip the tortillas and serve your scrambled eggs and toppings over a bed of brown rice or quinoa. Add sliced avocado, diced tomatoes, and a drizzle of hot sauce for a filling and healthy breakfast.
- Keto Breakfast Tacos: To make this variation, use scrambled eggs as your base and top with crumbled bacon or sausage and shredded cheese. Add diced avocado and a dollop of sour cream for extra fat and flavor, and serve in lettuce wraps instead of tortillas for a low-carb option.
- Vegan: For a delicious variation, skip the chorizo and eggs altogether and opt for some black beans with chopped garlic cooked at medium-low heat with your favorite spices, onions, and load it with veggies. It’s packed with fiber and great for you!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add other toppings to my breakfast tacos?
Yes, you can customize your breakfast tacos with additional toppings such as diced tomatoes, chopped onions, sliced jalapenos, or sour cream.
Can I make breakfast tacos ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble the breakfast tacos ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator. Simply reheat the tacos in the microwave or on a skillet before serving.
How to Store Leftover Breakfast Tacos
To store leftovers of this breakfast tacos recipe, first, let the tacos cool down to room temperature. Then, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and place them in an airtight container. Store the container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
To reheat the tacos, remove them from the refrigerator and unwrap them. Place them on a baking sheet and heat them in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes, or until heated through. Alternatively, you can reheat them in the microwave on high for 30-60 seconds.
Another way to store it in the fridge is to do so before assembling the breakfast taco and storing ingredients in separate airtight containers. Assemble them in the morning by warming the mixture on medium-high heat and then filling the taco. Then enjoy them fresh in the morning!
If you want to freeze the breakfast tacos, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and place them in a freezer-safe container. They can be frozen for up to 2-3 months. To thaw, remove the tacos from the freezer and let them thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Reheat them using one of the methods mentioned above.
However, it is important to note that some ingredients, such as scrambled eggs, may not freeze well and can become watery or mushy upon thawing. Therefore, it is best to consume breakfast tacos within a few days of making them.
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The Easiest Breakfast Tacos (Perfect for Busy Mornings!)
Ingredients
- 1 pack - (16-20 ct) flour tortillas
- 6 – large potatoes
- 1 stick - Beef Chorizo
- 8 – medium eggs
- 1 teaspoon – salt
- ½ cup - whole milk
- 5 – large tomatoes
- 3 – garden cucumbers or 1 English cucumber
- 1 lb – sour cream
Instructions
How to Make Breakfast Taco Filling
- To start, gather all the ingredients and begin by peeling and washing the potatoes.
- Once the potatoes are clean, cut them into small cubes.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the potatoes, sautéing them for around 10 minutes. Make sure to mix the potatoes from the bottom to the top of the skillet every couple of minutes to guarantee that they cook evenly.
- While your potatoes are cooking, prepare your vegetables by washing and slicing the cucumbers and tomatoes.
- Once the potatoes are halfway cooked, add a stick of chorizo to the skillet. Reduce the heat to low and mix the chorizo into the potato mixture.
- Sauté everything for another 5 minutes, turning the mixture every minute from the bottom to the top.
- In a small bowl, beat the eggs, milk, and salt together.
- Once the chorizo and potatoes are cooked, add the egg mixture to the skillet and continue to cook and scramble everything for another 5 minutes.
- Make sure to mix everything constantly while it cooks. Once everything is cooked, cover the skillet with a lid and set it aside.
- To heat the tortillas, place them one at a time onto a skillet over low heat. Heat each side for around 1 minute and then place them into the original bag.
- Once all the tortillas are heated, place the bag into a folded towel to keep them warm. This will make sure that the tortillas stay soft and are easy to fold.
How to Assemble Breakfast Tacos
- To assemble the tacos, place one tortilla onto a plate and add ½ cup of the potato/egg/chorizo mixture in the middle.
- Spread the sliced cucumbers and tomatoes on top of the mixture and then garnish with 3-4 teaspoons of sour cream.
- Start folding the bottom of the tortilla up and then fold in the right and left sides. Enjoy your delicious breakfast tacos with a cup of fruit juice!
- Your delicious Breakfast Tacos are ready to be served!
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