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Easy Make-Ahead Egg White Breakfast Burritos with Peppers and Chicken Sausage

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These light, protein-packed breakfast burritos combine fluffy egg whites, savory chicken sausage, and sweet bell peppers for a quick, healthy, and make-ahead meal perfect for busy mornings.

Ingredients

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  • 12 large egg whites (about 1 ½ cups or 360 ml)
  • 12 ounces (340 g) chicken sausage, sliced or crumbled
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers (about 1 medium pepper; mix of red, yellow, or green)
  • ½ cup finely chopped onion (about 1 small onion)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 6 large whole wheat or flour tortillas (10-inch or 25 cm)
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese (optional)
  • Hot sauce or salsa (optional, for serving or mixing in)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients (10 minutes): Dice the bell peppers and finely chop the onion. Slice or crumble the chicken sausage into bite-sized pieces. Have your egg whites measured and ready.
  2. Sauté Vegetables & Sausage (8-10 minutes): Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and peppers, cooking until softened (about 5 minutes), stirring occasionally. Add the chicken sausage and cook until browned and cooked through, roughly 3-4 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder while sautéing.
  3. Cook the Egg Whites (5-7 minutes): Push the sausage and veggies to one side of the pan or transfer them to a bowl temporarily. Pour the egg whites into the skillet, letting them set slightly before gently stirring and scrambling. Cook until just firm and no longer runny but still moist — about 3-4 minutes. Combine the sausage mixture back with the eggs, stir to mix evenly.
  4. Warm the Tortillas (2 minutes): Warm tortillas in a dry pan or microwave for about 20 seconds to make them pliable and easier to roll without cracking.
  5. Assemble Burritos (10 minutes): Spoon an equal amount of the egg white mixture onto the center of each tortilla. If using cheese, sprinkle it over the filling. Fold the sides in and roll tightly from one end to the other to form burritos.
  6. Wrap for Make-Ahead: Wrap each burrito tightly in aluminum foil or parchment paper. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  7. Reheat Before Serving: To reheat, unwrap and microwave for 1-2 minutes or bake in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-12 minutes until warmed through.

Notes

Do not overcook the egg whites to avoid rubberiness; they should remain moist and fluffy. Warm tortillas before rolling to prevent cracking. If pan is crowded during sauté, cook veggies in batches to avoid steaming. Adjust seasoning carefully as sausage can be salty. Burritos can be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw overnight before reheating.

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