Description
Chorizo & Potato Egg Casserole is a bold and satisfying dish that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. It features spicy chorizo, tender diced potatoes, fluffy eggs, and melty cheese, all baked together into a hearty, flavor-packed casserole. Easy to make ahead and perfect for feeding a crowd, this dish brings together comforting ingredients with a smoky, savory twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chorizo sausage, casing removed
- 2 cups diced potatoes (peeled, parboiled or pre-cooked)
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper (any color)
- 8 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- Cooking spray or butter (for greasing dish)
- Fresh cilantro or green onions, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chorizo, breaking it apart until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Add the diced potatoes, onion, and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 5–7 minutes until slightly softened. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the chorizo and vegetable mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Pour the egg mixture over the top.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the casserole.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until eggs are set and the top is golden and bubbly.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped cilantro or green onions if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- Use cooked frozen diced potatoes (like hash browns) for convenience.
- Swap chorizo with breakfast sausage or a vegetarian alternative if preferred.
- Great for meal prep—store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze individual portions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 220mg