Sweet Potato and Chorizo Breakfast Casserole ⋆ DelMarValicious Dishes

Name: Sweet Potato and Chorizo Breakfast Casserole
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 9 ounces Chorizo; 1/2 cup Red Onion (Diced ); 1 cup Red Bell Pepper (Chopped ); 10 Eggs; 1 cup Whole Milk; 3 cups Sweet Potatoes (Chopped ); 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese; 4 ounces Diced Green Chilies; Avocado

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This Sweet Potato and Chorizo Breakfast Casserole is the perfect filling breakfast. Made with simple ingredients, this egg breakfast casserole needs to be on your weekend brunch menu!

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I have been a big fan of spicy chorizo combined with sweet potatoes ever since having this combination on a quesadilla. In an effort to make mornings a little less stressful, I decided to combine these ingredients into a one-pan breakfast!

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Why You'll Love This Recipe
Ingredients
Substitutions and Variations
Equipment
Step-by-Step Instructions
Sweet Potato and Chorizo Casserole Storage
Top tip
FAQ
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Pairing

Why You'll Love This Recipe

This recipe is naturally gluten-free! This recipe uses real, healthy ingredients that pack the flavor!
Minimal prep time is required. Toss this egg casserole together in less than 15 minutes and let it bake.
Hearty! This breakfast will keep you full until lunchtime!

Ingredients

Chorizo adds spice, a little heat and protein to this sweet potato casserole.
Red onion and red bell pepper are sautéed to add extra flavor and nutrients.
Eggs and milk are combined to bind all of the ingredients.
Diced green chiles give the recipe a Southwestern flavor.
Sweet potatoes are chopped and baked with the egg bake. The sweet potatoes provide substance and a sweet flavor.
Cheddar cheese is mixed with the eggs to make this casserole creamy.
Fresh avocado and salsa are topped on the egg bake when served.

Exact measurements are provided in the recipe card below.

Substitutions and Variations

Substitute the chorizo with ground pork sausage or breakfast sausage.
Add black beans for extra protein!
Replace the sweet potatoes with hash browns or chopped white potatoes.
In place of the bell peppers and onion, sauté mushrooms, zucchini or spinach.
Use your favorite cheese in this dish! Cotija cheese would add a salty and tangy flavor.
Make this vegetarian by using your favorite plant based meat alternative.

Equipment

Large skillet to sauté the vegetables
A large bowl to mix all of the ingredients together
A 9x13 casserole dish. Here is my favorite one to use.

Step-by-Step Instructions

A skillet on a stovetop contains chorizo that is cooking to a deep reddish brown color. The chorizo covers the entire base of the pan, with a slight sheen from the oil.

Step 1: Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the chorizo. Use a wooden spoon to break up the chorizo as it browns.

Cooked spanish chorizo resting on a white paper towel to drain excess oil. The meat is crumbled and browned, with visible oil absorbed by the towel underneath.

Step 2: Transfer the cooked chorizo to a paper towel-lined plate.

Chopped red and orange bell peppers with onions sizzling in a black skillet, releasing steam.

Step 3: To the same skillet, add the chopped red onion and red pepper. Sauté until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.

A shiny metal bowl filled with frothy eggs and milk combined together. Sunlight reflects off the rim, creating bright highlights.

Step 4: Whisk together the eggs and the milk until the egg yolks have broken and the ingredients are combined.

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Step 5: Add the chorizo mixture, cooked vegetables, diced green chiles and cheese. Stir to combine.

A glass baking dish filled with a creamy egg mixture containing chopped vegetables such as red bell peppers. The dish is set on a light-colored surface with shadows cast by sunlight.

Step 6: Pour egg mixture into a greased 9x13 pan. Cook at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 45 minutes until the edges of the casserole begin to brown. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.

Sweet Potato and Chorizo Casserole Storage

Store leftover chorizo egg bake refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat egg bake in the microwave at 30 second increments. Freeze individual slices of the egg bake. When ready to eat, dethaw in the refrigerator overnight and microwave to warm.

Top tip

Be sure to drain the chorizo on a paper-towel lined plate. This will help to absorb the grease and oil from the chorizo and allow the chorizo to blend smoothly into the egg casserole.

FAQ

What are some other toppings that I can use on this sweet potato and chorizo breakfast casserole?

Some other delicious toppings for a sweet potato and chorizo breakfast casserole include: green onions, fresh tomatoes, Pico de Gallo, hot sauce or fresh cilantro!

Do I really need to cook the chorizo before baking the casserole?

Yes, you should cook the chorizo before baking the casserole. Adding raw chorizo to the egg mixture could cause the chorizo to not fully cook while baking. It also would a lot of grease to the egg bake. The egg casserole will have the best texture and flavor when the chorizo is cooked ahead of time.

Can I make this casserole ahead of time?

Yes, you can make this casserole ahead of time. Simply assemble the casserole, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature while the oven preheats. You may need to add a few minutes of cooking time to ensure that the casserole is heated thoroughly.

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Pairing

These are my favorite coffee drinks to pair with a breakfast casserole:

A close-up of a slice of baked casserole with visible chunks of vegetables and melted cheese on top. The slice is being lifted with a wooden spatula, showcasing its colorful ingredients, including orange and red peppers.

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