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Being Hispanic, we have grown up eating Chorizo and eggs for breakfast our entire lives. It’s a family favorite!!
But, what is Chorizo?
Chorizo is a spicy Mexican sausage. It’s easy to cook, flavorful, and goes with many different morning dishes. Our favorite version is our great-Grandma Bean Burro’s chorizo and eggs in our homemade Flour Tortillas. In fact, we have it every year the first Sunday in December to honor our grandmas.
Today’s version is the simplified version using store-bought chorizo but can also be made using our homemade Chorizo recipe.
Why we think you’ll love it:
- Bold and spicy flavor. This easy breakfast idea is perfect for those who love a little kick in their breakfast.
- Quick and easy. With minimal prep and cook time, this recipe is perfect for those busy mornings.
- Versatile. Make a variety of dishes such as breakfast tacos, Burrito Recipe, or served with tortillas and Canned Refried Beans.
Chorizo and Eggs Ingredients and Substitutions
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- ½ cup Mexican-style chorizo or more to taste – Most stores carry a few different kinds of chorizo, but we typically pick up the Mexican chorizo, found near the sausage. You can also make Homemade Chorizo.
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 6 whole large eggs
- salt and pepper to taste
- Monterey jack cheese shredded (optional)
- Additions: onions, green chiles, or chopped tomatoes – all make it even more flavorful!
How to Cook Chorizo and Eggs
- CHORIZO. Add 1 tablespoon butter to a large nonstick skillet and melt on medium-high heat.
- Add ½ cup pork chorizo and cook for about 5 minutes, or until browned. Mix in 1 teaspoon minced garlic.
- EGGS. While chorizo is cooking, add 6 eggs to a medium bowl and whisk together. Add salt and pepper and pour into skillet.
- Cook chorizo and eggs and stir for about 4-5 minutes or until eggs are cooked.
- CHEESE. Turn off skillet and top with shredded cheese, if desired. Remove from frying pan once cheese is melted.
Kristyn’s Recipe Tips
- Favorite way to serve: We love chorizo and eggs warm topped with fresh cilantro or Homemade Salsa (or hot sauce). Pair with corn or flour tortillas and with a side of easy Refried Beans (or Refried Black Beans).
- More authentic: Not all store-bough chorizos are the same. If you want a more authentic version, be sure to try our homemade chorizo recipe.
Chorizo and Eggs Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ½ cup Mexican-style chorizo, or more to taste
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 6 eggs
- salt and pepper to taste
- Monterey jack cheese, shredded (optional)
Instructions
- Add 1 tablespoon butter to a large nonstick skillet and melt on medium heat.
- Add chorizo and cook for about 5 minutes, or until browned. Mix in minced garlic.
- While chorizo is cooking, add eggs to a medium bowl and whisk together. Add salt and pepper and pour into skillet.
- Cook chorizo and eggs and stir for about 4-5 minutes or until eggs are cooked.
- Turn off skillet and top with shredded cheese, if desired. Remove from frying pan once cheese is melted. Serve warm topped with fresh cilantro or Homemade Salsa (optional).
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Notes
- We love chorizo and eggs, warm topped with fresh cilantro or Homemade Salsa (or hot sauce). Pair with corn or flour tortillas and with a side of easy Refried Beans (or Refried Black Beans).
- Not all store-bought chorizos are the same. If you want a more authentic version, be sure to try our homemade chorizo recipe.
- Chorizo tends to be spicy. You can dampen the heat by using a mild version or by adding sour cream or avocado.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe FAQ
Dampen the heat by pairing it with flour tortillas, scrambled eggs, black beans, cheese, sour cream, or avocado. Or be sure to find a mild version of chorizo.
Keep any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Freeze chorizo sausage in a freezer-safe Ziploc bag for up to 2 months.
Complete the Meal
- Side dishes: Breakfast Potatoes Recipe, Flour Tortilla Recipe, Canned Refried Beans,
- Drinks: Mexican Hot Chocolate, Horchata Recipe, Orange Juice Smoothie
- More Mexican breakfast: Breakfast Tacos, Best Breakfast Burrito Recipe, Chilaquiles Recipe
More collections: Breakfast for Dinner, Easy Breakfast Ideas, Healthy Breakfast Ideas
This recipe was first published April 2019.
This was such a good breakfast meal for me! I will have to make it again.
Great recipe – One of our go-to breakfast meals! Everyone loves it and it is packed with flavor!
This chorizo was absolutely amazing! Cannot wait to make this again!
Not sure why some are complaining… this turned out great and my mexican hubby approved!
Measuring the chorizo by the cup is not at all convenient. It just creates confusion and more dirty dishes.
Thanks for the feedback.
I agree, how much of the tube do I use?
Thanks Kristyn,
It’s been a while since I’ve made Chorizo and eggs and when I googled it your recipe came up!!
Just appreciate the recipe help!!
Going to enjoy it tomorrow morning 😀
Thx Ken in Az
I’m going to make this today for breakfast! It looks delicious. I have never cooked chorizo and I saw it yesterday at the grocery store
Where do they sell chorizo by the cup? Gtfoh
They typically sell it by the pound, and then you can measure in a measuring cup.
Lol, I’m browsing through pages to see about what ratio of chorizo to egg people are doing and I had similar thoughts. Other people are doing like maybe 1.5 eggs to 1 oz chorizo. And I’m here wondering how much is 1/2cup of chorizo.
Very easy receipe and delicious! Thank u. 😊
You’re welcome! So glad you enjoyed it!
1 pound of chorizo to six eggs? I suspect this will not work. Too salty, too much chorizo.
We love this recipe! You can definitely alter the amounts of meat and eggs to your liking. 🙂
I love the way you make this dish. Thank you for the recipe. This is something you can eat anytime of the day. Not only for breakfast anymore.
Agreed! Definitely a great option for dinner too. So glad you enjoyed it!
I love the added flavor this gives your breakfast burritos1
Your chorizo recipe is the only one I use! Not too spicy & lots of taste! This is one of my favorite breakfasts!!
This is a fantastic idea! I love it! thanks so much for sharing!
You’re welcome! Thanks for stopping by! 🙂
Shame on You for promoting cancer causing foods. Get some education on veganism. Have you ever looked inside a slaughterhouse?
Shame on you!!! If you don’t like meat eaters, stick to vegan recipe sites. You must be busy trying to shame all the meat recipes on the internet. Have fun with that.
I love using chorizO in my breakfast burritos. This is a DELICIOUS recipe and easier to make than I thought it would be.
Such a flavorful breakfast! Love the idea of serving them in tortillas…yum!
Chorizo is always Our first choice of sausage. According to your chOice of heat you can choose mild or hot. We prefer mild. You caN put as many eggs as you want. Its a favorite breakfast of ours!
i can honestly say i have never had this until about a month ago. I am hooked and so is my family. Love this recipe!
These are my favorite! I eat them with low carb tortillas!
This was absolutely amazing! A new favorite breakfast in my house!
Love! and i hope that everyone who has never had a chorizo… shoud try one right now!
Saving! I need this in my life it aounds so ama l!
Wow, this was so tasty!! I love the amount of kick & the potatoes added were a great addition. I think we will add some hash browns next time!
great recipe, love chorizo and eggs, thank you