Chorizo and Egg Breakfast Skillet — FamilyPlate recipe🍳

Chorizo and Egg Breakfast Skillet

A delicious and hearty Mexican breakfast skillet featuring spicy chorizo, scrambled eggs, and a medley of peppers and onions, all cooked in one pan for a quick morning meal.

🇲🇽 Mexican
👶 Kid Friendly🌶️ Medium Spice

✨ Created by a FamilyPlate user

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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Difficulty
easy
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Meal Type
breakfast
Cooking Style
Quick

Nutrition (per serving)

415kcal
Calories
22g
Protein
10g
Carbs
31g
Fat

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chorizo sausage, casings removed
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mix of colors)
  • 1/2 cup onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add chorizo, cooking until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes; break it apart with a spatula.

  3. 3

    Add diced onions and bell peppers to the pan; sauté until tender, about 3-5 minutes.

  4. 4

    In a bowl, whisk the eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper, then pour them into the skillet.

  5. 5

    Stir gently to scramble the eggs, cooking until just set, about 2-3 minutes.

  6. 6

    Remove from heat and toss the dish with fresh cilantro before serving.

  7. 7

    Serve hot, and enjoy your delicious breakfast!

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