Maple Chorizo Breakfast Skillet Recipe
This Maple Chorizo Breakfast Skillet is a hearty and flavorful morning dish perfect for starting your day with a savory-sweet kick. Crisped potatoes, cured Spanish chorizo, and a touch of maple syrup create a delicious base, topped with perfectly cooked eggs and fresh green onions for garnish. Ideal for campfire cooking or stovetop preparation, this skillet brings rustic charm and satisfying taste to your breakfast table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Protein
- 1 1/2 lb. potatoes, scrubbed clean and diced into 1/2” pieces
- 1 large bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 8 oz. cured (not fresh) Spanish chorizo, diced
- 4 to 6 large eggs
- Sliced green onions, for garnish
Seasoning and Oils
- 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp. maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat Skillet and Cook Potatoes: Place a grate and large cast-iron skillet over a campfire and preheat for 15 minutes. Heat the olive oil in the skillet, then add the diced potatoes in an even layer. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook undisturbed until the potatoes are golden and crispy on one side, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add Vegetables, Chorizo, and Maple Syrup: Stir in the chopped bell pepper, onion, diced chorizo, and maple syrup. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and the ingredients are well combined and cooked through, about 10 to 12 minutes.
- Cook the Eggs: Use a spoon to make small wells in the skillet mixture. Crack one egg into each well and season with additional salt and pepper. Cover the skillet with foil or a lid and cook until the eggs reach your desired doneness, typically 3 to 4 minutes for runny yolks.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Garnish the dish with sliced green onions and add more freshly ground black pepper if desired. Serve immediately hot for a delicious and filling breakfast.
Notes
- If cooking indoors, use a large cast-iron skillet on the stovetop and preheat over medium heat.
- Use cured Spanish chorizo, not fresh sausage, for best flavor and texture.
- Maple syrup provides a subtle sweetness that balances the spicy chorizo; adjust amount based on preference.
- Covering the skillet is important to properly cook the eggs through steam.
- Feel free to substitute bell pepper with other colors or add extra veggies such as tomatoes or mushrooms.
Keywords: maple syrup, chorizo, breakfast skillet, cast iron skillet, Spanish chorizo, breakfast potatoes, savory breakfast
