Chicken and Biscuit Breakfast Burritos are what happens when a Southern-style breakfast gets wrapped up in a tortilla.
You’ve got scrambled eggs, seasoned chicken, cheddar cheese, and actual pieces of buttery biscuits inside.
Yep, biscuits inside a burrito. And if you love biscuits and gravy, there’s an option to add a little country gravy, too.
These are definitely hearty. Each burrito has plenty of filling, so you won’t need much on the side. They’re also a nice change from the usual bacon or sausage breakfast burritos, especially if you’ve been making the same breakfast recipes over and over.
You’ll need a baking sheet for the biscuits and a large skillet for the chicken and eggs. Refrigerated biscuit dough saves some time, and the whole recipe takes about 35 minutes.
One thing worth mentioning is that the gravy is completely optional. You can skip it for a less messy burrito or add a small drizzle for more of that classic Southern breakfast flavor.
And yes, these can be made ahead. Just leave out the gravy if you’re planning to freeze them.
Why You’ll Love This Chicken and Biscuit Breakfast Burritos
Biscuits Inside a Burrito
Not something you see every day! The biscuit pieces give these burritos a different texture from the usual egg and cheese filling. They’re soft, buttery, and a little unexpected.
A Southern Breakfast Favorite
Chicken, biscuits, eggs, and optional country gravy. All those familiar breakfast foods in one wrap, without needing a plate full of separate dishes.
23 Grams of Protein
With chicken, eggs, and cheddar cheese, each burrito has approximately 23 grams of protein based on the supplied nutrition information. That’s a substantial breakfast.
Ready in 35 Minutes
Refrigerated biscuit dough keeps the prep manageable. You can cook the chicken and eggs during the time the biscuits are baking.
Gravy Is Optional
Some people love biscuits and gravy. Others would rather skip it. Either way works here, so you can make the burritos however you prefer.
Good for Freezing
These are handy to have in the freezer for busy mornings. Make a batch, wrap them individually, and reheat one when needed.
Ingredient Substitutions
Refrigerated Biscuit Dough
Use homemade biscuits or leftover baked biscuits instead. You’ll need approximately six standard-size biscuits.
Chicken Breast
Cooked shredded chicken or leftover rotisserie chicken works. You can also use cooked turkey breast.
Olive Oil
Use avocado oil or another neutral cooking oil.
Milk
Use unsweetened almond milk or lactose-free milk.
Unsalted Butter
Use salted butter or olive oil.
Cheddar Cheese
Try Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, or pepper Jack cheese.
Flour Tortillas
Use whole wheat tortillas or high-protein tortillas. Choose large burrito-size tortillas so there’s enough room for the filling.
Country-Style White Gravy
Use prepared sausage gravy for a different Southern breakfast flavor.
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Burrito Meal Prep Kit
A few simple supplies can make breakfast burrito meal prep much easier. These are handy for wrapping, labeling, freezing, and keeping your burritos organized until you’re ready to reheat them.
Aluminum Foil Sheets
Pre-cut foil sheets make wrapping a batch of breakfast burritos quick and easy.
Breakfast Burrito Stickers
Easy labels for marking wrapped burritos or freezer bags so your meal prep stays organized.
Gallon Freezer Bags
Great for storing several wrapped breakfast burritos together and keeping your freezer neat.
Chicken and Biscuit Breakfast Burritos
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 refrigerated biscuit dough rounds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast diced
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 6 large eggs
- 2 tablespoon milk
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 large burrito-size flour tortillas
- ¼ cup prepared country style white gravy optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven according to the biscuit package directions.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the biscuit dough on top. Bake according to the package directions until golden brown.
- Let the biscuits cool slightly, then cut them into bite-size pieces.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken reaches 165°F.
- Transfer the chicken to a large plate.
- Place the eggs and milk in a medium mixing bowl. Whisk with a wire whisk until blended.
- Melt the butter in the skillet over medium-low heat.
- Pour in the egg mixture and cook, stirring gently with a spatula, until softly scrambled.
- Warm the tortillas according to the package directions.
- Divide the scrambled eggs evenly among the six tortillas.
- Top each tortilla with equal portions of chicken and biscuit pieces.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the fillings. Drizzle with white gravy, if using.
- Fold the sides of each tortilla toward the center. Roll each tortilla tightly around the filling and serve.
Notes
Tips and Tricks
Don’t Overfill – These have a lot of filling. Divide everything evenly so the tortillas are easier to roll. Keep the Eggs Soft – Slightly soft scrambled eggs are better than dry, overcooked eggs. Use Warm Tortillas – Cold tortillas can crack when you fold them. Go Easy on the Gravy – A small drizzle is enough. Too much can make the tortillas soggy. Try Toasting Them – Place the finished burritos seam-side down in a dry skillet for a lightly crisp exterior.Storing and Reheating
Refrigerating – Store cooled burritos in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freezing – Wrap each cooled burrito individually and freeze for up to 2 months. Leave out the gravy. Microwave – Reheat a refrigerated burrito for 1 to 2 minutes, turning halfway through, until heated through. Oven – Wrap in foil and heat at 350°F for approximately 15 to 20 minutes, or until heated through. From Frozen – Microwave in short intervals until the center is thoroughly heated. Add gravy after reheating, if desired.Nutrition
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