Crispy Chicken Breakfast Burritos (Freezer Friendly!)
These Crispy Chicken Breakfast Burritos are the perfect make-ahead breakfast for busy mornings. What I love about this Freezer Friendly Breakfast is that you can spend about 30 minutes prepping a batch and have breakfast ready for weeks.
I've been making freezer breakfast burritos for years, but using crispy breaded chicken instead of sausage completely changed the game. The chicken stays surprisingly crispy after reheating in the air fryer, and the sheet pan eggs make assembling a whole batch incredibly easy.
If you like this recipe, you should try my Easy Croissant Breakfast Casserole, Easy Egg Muffins,or Cranberry Orange Baked Oatmeal.
Why You Will Love This Breakfast
Easy Cooking
Using frozen breaded chicken and sheet pan eggs means there's very little hands-on cooking.
High-Protein Breakfast
Chicken, eggs, and cheese make these burritos filling enough to keep you satisfied all morning.
Freezer Friendly
Make one batch now and enjoy grab-and-go breakfasts for up to 3 months.
Ingredients
Frozen Breaded Chicken Bites
The shortcut that makes these burritos so easy while adding plenty of protein and crispy texture.
Eggs
The base of the breakfast burrito. Baking them on a sheet pan makes assembly quick and easy.
Milk
Keeps the eggs fluffy and tender.
Shredded Cheddar
Melts into the burrito & helps hold everything together.
Burrito Tortillas
Large flour tortillas work best for rolling and freezing.
Substitutions and Variations
Swap the Protein
Use breakfast sausage, turkey sausage, grilled chicken, bacon, or leftover rotisserie chicken.
Add Vegetables
Bell peppers, spinach, onions, mushrooms, or roasted potatoes are all delicious additions.
Make Them Spicy
Add diced jalapeños, hot sauce, or pepper jack cheese.
Change the Cheese
Monterey Jack, mozzarella, Colby Jack, or pepper jack all work well.
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Chicken
Step 2: Bake the Eggs
Step 3: Assemble the Burritos
Step 4: Freeze
Tips and Notes
- Don't overcook the eggs. Soft eggs stay tender after reheating.
- Always cool the fillings before rolling to prevent soggy tortillas.
- Freshly shredded cheese melts better than pre-shredded.
- Skip salsa or tomatoes before freezing. Add them after reheating.
- Label your freezer bag with the date.
Recipe FAQs
Can I freeze these?
Yes! They're designed specifically for freezer meal prep.
How long do they last?
Up to 3 months in the freezer or 4 days in the refrigerator.
Can I use homemade chicken?
Absolutely! Any cooked chicken works.
What's the best way to reheat?
Microwave first, then finish in the air fryer for the crispiest tortilla.
Serving Suggestions:
- Salsa
- Avocado
- Greek yogurt or sour cream
- Hot sauce
- Hash browns
Storage and Reheating Instructions
Storage
Wrap individually in foil and freeze for up to 3 months.
Microwave
Remove foil.
Wrap in a paper towel.
Microwave on Defrost for 2 minutes.
Flip over.
Microwave another 2–3 minutes until heated through.
Air Fryer
If frozen solid, microwave for 1 minute first.
Then air fry at 375°F for 5–7 minutes until crispy.
Tips
Air frying after microwaving gives the tortilla the best crispy texture.
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Crispy Chicken Breakfast Burritos (Freezer Friendly)
Ingredients
- 1 pound frozen breaded chicken bites
- 10 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 10 large burrito tortillas
Instructions
- Bake chicken according to package directions at 400°F.
- Reduce oven to 350°F.
- Whisk eggs, milk, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour onto a greased sheet pan.
- Bake for 17 minutes until just set.
- Cool and slice eggs into rectangles.
- Fill tortillas with egg, chicken, and shredded cheese.
- Fold the burritos tightly with tortilla.
- Wrap each burrito individually with aluminum foil and freeze.
