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Air Fryer Chorizo and Egg Breakfast Burritos - Crispy, Savory, and Ready Fast

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces Mexican chorizo (raw, fresh; remove casing if needed)
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup milk or half-and-half (optional, for creamier eggs)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack)
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 1 small bell pepper, diced (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cooked potatoes or hash browns (optional, for extra heft)
  • 4 large flour tortillas (8–10 inches; burrito-size)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Hot sauce or salsa, for serving
  • Nonstick spray or a little oil, for the air fryer basket
  • Fresh cilantro or green onions (optional, for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook the chorizo: Heat a skillet over medium. Add chorizo and break it up with a spatula. Cook until browned and slightly crispy, about 6–8 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer to a plate, leaving a little fat in the pan.
  2. Sauté the veggies: In the same skillet, add onion and bell pepper. Cook until soft and lightly golden, 4–5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Scramble the eggs: Whisk eggs with the milk, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Pour into the skillet with the veggies. Stir gently over medium-low heat until softly set and slightly glossy—pull them off before they dry out.
  4. Combine the filling: Return the cooked chorizo to the skillet. Fold in cooked potatoes if using. Sprinkle in half the cheese. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  5. Warm the tortillas: Microwave tortillas for 15–20 seconds or warm briefly in a dry skillet to make them pliable. This prevents cracking during rolling.
  6. Assemble: Divide filling among tortillas, placing it in a line just off-center. Top with remaining cheese. Fold sides in, then roll up tightly from the bottom into burritos. Place seam-side down.
  7. Preheat the air fryer: Set to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes. Spray or lightly brush the basket with oil.
  8. Air fry: Arrange burritos seam-side down in a single layer. Lightly mist the tops with oil. Air fry 5–7 minutes, flipping once, until tortillas are crisp and golden and cheese is melted.
  9. Serve: Let rest 2 minutes to set. Slice in half if you like. Add hot sauce, salsa, cilantro, or green onions.