Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Breakfast Enchiladas are a perfect start to your day. Featuring scrambled eggs combined with bell peppers, onions, and optional sausage, all wrapped in warm tortillas, smothered with enchilada sauce, and baked until bubbly. This savory dish balances creamy cheese and flavorful spices, making it a comforting and satisfying breakfast for the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk or plant-based milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or preferred cheese)
- 1/2 cup cooked breakfast sausage or plant-based sausage (optional)
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
Spices and Garnishes
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined to infuse flavor into the eggs.
- Scramble Eggs: Pour the egg mixture into a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring gently, until the eggs are just set but still moist. Remove from heat to avoid overcooking.
- Combine Ingredients: Transfer the scrambled eggs to a mixing bowl and stir in the diced bell peppers, onions, cooked sausage if using, and half of the shredded cheese for a flavorful filling.
- Warm Tortillas and Assemble: Warm the tortillas until pliable, then place a portion of the egg mixture on each. Roll tortillas tightly and place them seam-side down in the prepared baking dish for good presentation and to keep filling secure.
- Add Sauce and Cheese: Pour enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top to create a deliciously cheesy crust when baked.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the sauce is hot throughout.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro for a bright, fresh flavor before serving.
Notes
- You can use either flour or corn tortillas depending on your preference or dietary needs.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the sausage or substitute with plant-based sausage.
- Adjust the spice levels by adding jalapeños or hot sauce to the egg mixture if desired.
- If you prefer a dairy-free option, use plant-based milk and cheese alternatives.
- Make sure to warm the tortillas before rolling to prevent cracking.
