Imagine waking up to a sizzling sheet pan of pure breakfast magic that combines the spicy kick of chorizo, farm-fresh eggs, and vibrant vegetables - all prepared with minimal effort and maximum flavor! This Mexican-inspired Sheet Pan Chorizo Egg Bake is not just a meal; it's a morning game-changer that will transform your breakfast routine from mundane to extraordinary. With just one pan and 40 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-worthy dish that will have your family and friends begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb chorizo sausage
- 6 large eggs
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a large rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Remove chorizo from its casing and crumble the sausage into small pieces. If the chorizo is already ground, break it into bite-sized chunks.
- Dice the bell pepper and onion into uniform, small pieces to ensure even cooking. Roughly chop the spinach leaves.
- Spread the crumbled chorizo across the sheet pan, creating an even layer. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
- Roast the chorizo in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, allowing it to release its oils and start to crisp around the edges.
- Remove the sheet pan and scatter the diced bell peppers and onions around the chorizo. Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
- Create small wells or spaces in the chorizo and vegetable mixture where you will crack the eggs.
- Carefully crack the eggs directly onto the sheet pan, spacing them evenly. Sprinkle chopped spinach around the eggs.
- Return the sheet pan to the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until egg whites are set but yolks remain slightly runny.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes. The residual heat will continue to cook the eggs slightly.
- Serve hot directly from the sheet pan, ensuring each serving gets a mix of chorizo, vegetables, and an egg.
Tips
- Choose high-quality chorizo for the best flavor - fresh, spicy chorizo will elevate the entire dish.
- Ensure your sheet pan is large enough to spread ingredients evenly, allowing proper roasting and crispy edges.
- For perfectly cooked eggs, watch them closely in the final minutes - they can go from runny to overdone quickly.
- Experiment with additional toppings like fresh cilantro, crumbled queso fresco, or a drizzle of hot sauce.
- Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Let the dish rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow flavors to meld and eggs to set slightly.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 420kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 22g
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 280mg
