Chorizo and Eggs Skillet
Chorizo and Eggs Skillet is a quick, satisfying breakfast dish blending spicy, smoky chorizo sausage with fluffy eggs cooked together in one pan. Ideal for busy mornings or relaxing weekends, this protein-packed skillet delivers bold flavors, easy cleanup, and versatile customization options for a hearty, flavorful start to your day.
- Author: Judy
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2-3 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz fresh or cooked chorizo sausage (Mexican or Spanish style)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Optional Ingredients
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 1/4 cup queso fresco or shredded cheddar cheese
- Prep Your Ingredients: Dice the onion and bell peppers, and mince the garlic to ensure even cooking when added to the skillet.
- Cook the Chorizo: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chorizo and cook for 5-7 minutes until it starts to brown and releases its flavorful oils.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the diced onion, bell peppers, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables soften and become fragrant, balancing the spiciness of the chorizo.
- Add the Eggs: Crack the eggs directly into the skillet over the chorizo and vegetables. Reduce heat to low and gently scramble or cook sunny-side up, cooking until the eggs are just set but still tender.
- Season and Garnish: Sprinkle salt, black pepper, and, if desired, chopped cilantro or cheese. Stir gently if scrambled or serve as-is if cooked sunny-side up.
Notes
- Use fresh chorizo for best texture and flavor.
- Adjust spice level by choosing mild chorizo or adding cooling garnishes like avocado.
- Cook eggs on low heat for tender, creamy results.
- Use a cast iron skillet for even cooking and a good sear on chorizo.
- Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure ingredients cook evenly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 recipe
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 370 mg
Keywords: chorizo, eggs, skillet breakfast, one-pan meal, spicy breakfast, Mexican breakfast, protein-packed, easy breakfast