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Baked Mexican Chorizo and Eggs

Baked Mexican Chorizo and Eggs: A Hearty Morning Delight

Baked Mexican Chorizo and Eggs is a flavorful breakfast casserole combining rich chorizo and fluffy eggs for an extraordinary morning meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb Fresh Mexican chorizo removed from casings
  • 6 Large eggs add a splash of cream for richness
  • 1 medium Onion finely diced
  • 2 cups Potato small cubes, thawed if frozen
  • to taste Kosher salt
  • to taste Ground pepper
  • 1 tbsp Canola oil for sautéing
  • 1 tbsp Butter for greasing dish
For the Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Cotija cheese crumbled
  • 1 medium Avocado sliced
  • 1/2 cup Crema or sour cream as a substitute
  • to taste Salsa for added flavor
  • 4 Tortillas warmed

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • casserole dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a small casserole dish with butter.
  2. Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and potato cubes, sauté for about 10 minutes until tender.
  3. Add fresh chorizo to the skillet, breaking it into smaller pieces. Cook for 5 to 8 minutes until fully browned.
  4. Crack the eggs into a mixing bowl, whisk with a pinch of salt and pepper. Add cream for creamier texture if desired.
  5. Pour whisked eggs into the greased casserole dish and top with chorizo, potato, and onion mixture.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes until eggs are set and puffed.
  7. Sprinkle Cotija cheese, add avocado slices, crema, salsa, and warm tortillas before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a stress-free morning, prepare the casserole in advance and store uncooked in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking.

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