How to Make the Perfect Egg and Chorizo Breakfast Skillet
Spanish · Easy · 20 min · 2 servings
A bold and hearty one-pan breakfast featuring spicy chorizo, eggs, and melted cheese that is ready in under 20 minutes. This protein-packed keto skillet will keep you energized and satisfied all morning without any carbs from toast or potatoes.
Why this recipe works
This Egg and Chorizo Breakfast Skillet recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 20 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 510 calories with 30g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 200 g fresh chorizo casings removed
- 4 large eggs
- 0.5 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
- 0.5 small white onion finely diced
- 1 small jalapeno seeded and minced
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Brown the Chorizo
Heat a cast iron or oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chorizo and break it apart with a spatula cooking for 5 to 6 minutes until browned and cooked through. Do not drain the fat.
Step 2: Cook the Aromatics
Add diced onion and minced jalapeno to the chorizo fat in the pan. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened and translucent stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
Step 3: Add the Eggs
Create 4 small wells in the chorizo mixture using a spoon. Crack one egg into each well and season with salt and pepper. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until whites are set but yolks remain runny.
Step 4: Melt Cheese and Serve
Sprinkle shredded monterey jack cheese over the entire skillet and cover for 1 more minute until melted. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve directly from the skillet.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- chorizo → Italian sausage for a milder less spicy breakfast
- monterey jack cheese → pepper jack cheese for extra heat and spice
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Draining the chorizo fat which removes essential flavor and results in a dry skillet
- Cooking the eggs without a lid which causes the whites to remain undercooked while the yolks overcook
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 510 calories, 30g protein, 3g carbs, 42g fat, 0g fiber.
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