Description
Mexican-inspired loaded breakfast skillets bring fiesta flavors straight to your morning table. Crispy potatoes, melted cheese, and spicy chorizo create a hearty one-pan meal you’ll crave from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 4 eggs
- 8–10 sausage links, cooked and chopped
- 4–6 strips turkey bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
Vegetables and Produce:
- 20 ounces (567 grams) refrigerated potatoes or 3-4 cups frozen hash browns
- ½ cup sweet onion, diced (optional)
- ½ cup red bell pepper, diced (optional)
- Green onions, sliced (for serving)
- Tomatoes, sliced (for serving)
- Avocado, sliced (for serving)
- Jalapenos, seeds removed and sliced (for serving)
- Parsley (for serving)
Cheese and Seasonings:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Crisp the turkey bacon in a spacious skillet until golden and crunchy, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.
- Utilize the same skillet with residual bacon drippings to sauté diced potatoes, allowing them to develop a rich, caramelized exterior.
- Introduce finely chopped onions and vibrant bell peppers to the potato mixture, stirring occasionally until the vegetables soften and become translucent.
- Incorporate cooked sausage and the previously prepared turkey bacon into the skillet, gently warming the proteins and melding their flavors.
- Season the mixture with a judicious blend of salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the overall taste profile.
- Create small indentations in the skillet’s surface, carefully cracking whole eggs into these designated wells.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and cover the skillet, allowing the egg whites to set while maintaining a luscious, runny yolk.
- Generously sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese across the surface, letting it melt into a creamy, tantalizing layer.
- Garnish the dish with a colorful array of fresh toppings such as sliced green onions, diced tomatoes, creamy avocado, spicy jalapeños, and aromatic parsley.
- Transfer any remaining portions to an airtight container and refrigerate promptly to preserve freshness.
Notes
- Prep this hearty breakfast skillet in just 30 minutes for a protein-packed morning meal that feeds the whole family.
- Cook bacon and meats first to build a flavorful base, ensuring crispy textures and rich, layered taste in every bite.
- Create wells for eggs to ensure perfectly cooked, runny yolks that blend deliciously with crispy potatoes and melted cheese.
- Customize your skillet with optional veggies like bell peppers and onions to boost nutrition and add vibrant colors.
- Use a cast iron skillet for even heating and a perfect golden-brown crust on potatoes and meats.
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, reheating gently to maintain the original texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 to 6
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 240 mg