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One Pan Chorizo and Potato Breakfast Skillet - Breakfast recipe, ready in 25 min | One Pan Meals
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Chorizo and Potato Breakfast Skillet

25 minEasy4 servings

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4

servings

390

calories

18g

protein

24g

carbs

26g

fat

Ingredients

  • 8 oz Mexican chorizo, casing removed
  • 3 medium russet potatoes, diced into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup diced bell pepper (red and green)
  • 1/4 cup diced onion
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • Hot sauce for serving

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced potatoes in a single layer.

  2. 2

    Season with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until a crust forms on the bottom.

  3. 3

    Stir potatoes and cook another 5-6 minutes until golden and tender. Transfer to a plate.

  4. 4

    In the same skillet, add chorizo. Break it up with a spoon and cook for 4-5 minutes until deeply browned. Transfer to a plate.

  5. 5

    Reduce heat to medium. Add bell pepper and onion to the chorizo drippings. Cook for 3 minutes until softened.

  6. 6

    Return potatoes and chorizo to the skillet. Stir to combine with the vegetables.

  7. 7

    Make 4 wells in the mixture. Crack an egg into each well. Add butter around the edges and pour broth around the skillet.

  8. 8

    Cover with a lid and cook for 4-5 minutes until egg whites are set but yolks are still runny.

  9. 9

    Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges and hot sauce.

Pro Tips

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Casing-free chorizo crumbles easily - break it up as it cooks for the best texture.

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Russet potatoes work best as they get crispy on the outside while staying fluffy inside.

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A squeeze of lime at the end cuts through the richness beautifully.