Description
The Chorizo and Eggs Skillet is a quick, flavorful one-pan breakfast or brunch dish combining spicy Mexican chorizo with sautéed vegetables and perfectly cooked eggs. Ready in under 20 minutes, it offers bold, savory flavors and satisfying textures with minimal cleanup. This versatile recipe can be customized with veggies, cheese, or herbs, providing a protein-packed and energy-boosting start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz fresh or cured Mexican chorizo sausage
- 4 fresh whole eggs
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (red or green)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Garnishes and Add-ins
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- Queso fresco or shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Dice the onion and bell peppers finely, mince the garlic, and crumble or slice the chorizo to ensure even cooking and flavor distribution.
- Cook the Chorizo: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Add the chorizo and cook until it starts to brown and releases flavorful oils, about 5 minutes.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Add the onion, bell peppers, and garlic to the skillet with the chorizo. Cook until the vegetables soften and the onions turn translucent, about 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the Eggs: Crack the eggs directly into the skillet over the chorizo and vegetables, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper. Cover the pan with a lid and cook the eggs to your preferred doneness, usually 3-5 minutes for softly set yolks.
- Finish and Serve: Once the eggs are cooked, sprinkle chopped cilantro and cheese on top if desired. Serve immediately straight from the skillet for a warm, cozy meal.
Notes
- Choose good-quality chorizo as its flavor defines the dish.
- Don’t overcook the eggs; covering the skillet helps keep them tender.
- Prep vegetables in advance to streamline cooking.
- Use a nonstick or cast iron skillet for even cooking and easy cleanup.
- Adjust spice levels by selecting milder chorizo or reducing spicy add-ons like jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 300 mg