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These delicious breakfast tacos are tortillas layered with potatoes, crispy bacon, soft scrambled eggs, and all the delicious toppings that you can think of! Filling and flavorful these tacos are the BEST way to start the day. 

These are perfect for our large family because they’re so filling and it’s easy to adjust the recipe up or down to make the amount needed. For a few of my family’s other favorite breakfast meals try these Quick 45 Minute Cinnamon Rolls, these delicious German pancakes or this amazing breakfast casserole.

The Best Breakfast Tacos

I had a friend in Texas show me just how popular breakfast tacos can be! When visiting Texas, there are two things people want to get their hands on. Smoked Brisket. And some breakfast tacos. The best breakfast tacos are the simplest. Warm tortillas filled with soft scrambled eggs, crisp bacon and potatoes are my favorite. Then the toppings take things over the top. Tons of cilantro, fresh tomatoes, some homemade salsa and lots of cheese.

Another thing that my family loves to add to these tacos is so protein! Throw in some breakfast sausage to go with that bacon and these end up being so filling. We love all kinds of tacos at our house because they can satisfy even the pickiest of eaters. You can add as many or as few toppings as you want and make them perfect for you! Make some of this stuff ahead of time and your family will be all set for breakfast all week!

What Ingredients are in Breakfast Tacos?

These ingredients can be sweapped out but I think to make a staple breakfast taco, you at least need some eggs, potatos, protein and don’t forget the tortilla of course! Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact measurements.

• Olive Oil: This is used to cook the potatoes. You can use vegetable or canola oil as well.
• Russet Potatoes: These are my favorite types of potatoes to use for breakfast foods.
• Paprika: I LOVE using this spice in this recipe. It adds a unique and delicious taste.
• Eggs: I always try and use large eggs when I cook.
• Milk: I used 1 percent milk in this recipe but feel free to use whatever you have on hand.
• Salt and Black Pepper: These are for seasoning the eggs!
• Bacon: Cook the bacon up beforehand. I love extra crispy bacon in my tacos because the added texture is perfect!
• Tortillas: I use flour tortillas because they are more flexible.
• Toppings: Cheddar cheese, grape tomatoes (sliced), cilantro and salsa.

Let’s Make Some Tacos!

These breakfast tacos are super simple to put together. You just cook all the individual parts and then they all come together easily with little fuss or prep needed.

1. Cook the potatoes: Heat a large skillet with the olive oil over medium heat. Add in the diced potato, add the salt and paprika. Stir to combine. Allow to cook for about 8-10 minutes (stirring only a few times to prevent sticking but allowing them to get crisp) until the potatoes are softened and slightly crispy on the outside. Remove the potatoes to a plate and then set them aside.
2. Add the bacon: In the same skillet add the bacon and allow to cook for about 5-7 minutes until crispy. Then, remove to a plate and dry with paper towels. Cut slices in half.
3. Beat eggs: In a medium size bowl whisk the eggs with the milk and then mix in the salt and pepper.
4. Cook eggs: Spray a small skillet with non-stick spray. Pour in the egg mixture. Stir occasionally while the eggs cook to scramble them.
5. Assemble: Layer the tortillas with the breakfast potatoes, bacon and scrambled eggs. Top with any additional toppings. Serve warm and enjoy.