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Baked Mexican Chorizo and Eggs

Baked Mexican Chorizo and Eggs: A Flavorful Brunch Delight

Baked Mexican Chorizo and Eggs is a delightful, gluten-sensitive dish perfect for brunch, combining spicy chorizo, fluffy eggs, and tender potatoes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Mexican chorizo removed from casings
  • 6 large eggs traditional
  • 1 medium onion finely diced
  • 2 cups potato peeled and cut into small cubes
  • 1 teaspoon salt kosher
  • 1 teaspoon pepper ground black
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil or olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter for greasing the dish
For the Topping
  • 1 cup cotija cheese crumbled, or feta
  • 1 medium avocado sliced
  • 1/2 cup crema or regular sour cream
  • 1 cup salsa to taste
  • 4 medium tortillas warmed for serving

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • Baking dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and butter the baking dish.
  2. Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté diced potatoes and onions for 10 minutes.
  3. Add chorizo, breaking it into pieces; cook for an additional 5-8 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Whisk eggs in a bowl with salt and pepper until fully combined.
  5. Pour whisked eggs into the buttered baking dish, then layer the chorizo mixture on top.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes until eggs are puffed and set.
  7. Sprinkle cotija cheese on top immediately after taking it out of the oven.
  8. Serve warm with avocado, crema, salsa, and tortillas.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 18gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 300mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to maintain flavor.

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