Maple Chorizo Breakfast Skillet
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp.extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 ½ lb.potatoes
scrubbed clean and diced into ½" pieces
- kosher salt
- freshly ground black pepper
- 1 largebell pepper
chopped
- 1 mediumyellow onion
chopped
- 8 oz.cured spanish chorizo
diced, not fresh
- 2 tbsp.maple syrup
- 4 largeeggs
- sliced green onions
for garnish
Directions
- 1
Place a grate and large cast-iron skillet over a campfire and preheat 15 minutes. Heat oil in skillet, then add potatoes in an even layer. Season with salt and pepper and cook, undisturbed, until golden and crispy on one side, 3 to 4 minutes.
- 2
Stir in peppers, onions, chorizo, and maple syrup. Cook, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
- 3
Use a spoon to make wells in mixture. Crack an egg into each well and season with salt and pepper. Cover skillet with foil (or a lid) and cook until eggs are done to your liking, 3 to 4 minutes.
- 4
Garnish with green onions and season with more black pepper before serving.
Maple Chorizo Breakfast Skillet
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About this Recipe
Craving a breakfast that breaks free from the everyday routine? This Maple Chorizo Breakfast Skillet delivers an unforgettable smoky-sweet combination that promises to elevate your morning meal from memorable to truly craveable.
What makes this recipe truly special is the ingenious pairing of rich, savory chorizo with a hint of sweet maple syrup. This unexpected duo creates a flavor profile that’s both comforting and exciting, transforming a classic breakfast skillet into something you'll want to savor again and again. The interplay of smoky, spicy, and sweet notes is genuinely addictive.
Prepare for a hearty and satisfying breakfast experience. You'll enjoy tender, diced potatoes, perfectly complemented by the robust, cured Spanish chorizo. These are wonderfully balanced with the subtle sweetness of bell pepper and the aromatic bite of yellow onion, all coming together under beautifully cooked eggs. The dish offers a delightful medley of textures—from the slight crispness of the potatoes to the yielding softness of the eggs—and a flavor journey that dances between savory and sweet with every bite. This skillet is designed to deliver maximum flavor with a total time of just 30 minutes, making it a perfect weekend brunch or a quick, indulgent weekday treat.
This Maple Chorizo Breakfast Skillet is wonderfully flexible. While the cured Spanish chorizo is key to its unique flavor, you can adjust the amount of maple syrup to your personal preference for more or less sweetness. For a subtle heat, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes. A scattering of fresh herbs like chopped parsley or cilantro could also add a bright, herbaceous note to the finished dish.
Serve this rustic breakfast skillet directly from the pan for a comforting, family-style meal. A generous sprinkle of fresh sliced green onions provides a vibrant finish and a fresh, mild onion flavor that cuts through the richness.