Description
A flavorful Southwest Breakfast Casserole featuring spicy chorizo, frozen potatoes O'Brien, green chiles, and melted Colby Jack cheese, baked to a delicious golden finish. Perfect for a hearty morning meal or brunch gathering.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb chorizo
- 10 eggs
- 1 1/3 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles, drained
- 2 1/2 cups Colby Jack cheese, grated
- 1 (28 oz) bag frozen potatoes O'Brien (with peppers and onion)
- Cilantro or parsley, finely chopped, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook Chorizo: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chorizo, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned and crispy, about 7-8 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a large bowl or liquid measuring cup, whisk together 10 eggs, 1 1/3 cups milk, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper until fully combined. Stir in the drained 4 oz can of diced green chiles.
- Assemble Casserole: Spread the frozen potatoes O'Brien evenly in the greased baking dish. Layer the cooked chorizo over the potatoes, then sprinkle 1 1/2 cups of grated Colby Jack cheese on top.
- Add Egg Mixture: Pour the egg and green chile mixture evenly over the layered ingredients, making sure it covers everything well.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of Colby Jack cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the eggs are fully set.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes after baking. Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley if desired before slicing and serving. Enjoy your hearty Southwest Breakfast Casserole!
Notes
- Make sure to drain the diced green chiles well to avoid excess moisture in the casserole.
- You can substitute chorizo with spicy sausage or a vegetarian sausage alternative for variation.
- If you prefer a spicier casserole, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or extra chili powder to the egg mixture.
- Use a baking dish of 9x13 inches to ensure even cooking and proper layering.
- Letting the casserole rest before serving helps it set and makes slicing easier.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of casserole)
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 290 mg
