Description
A hearty and flavorful Shrimp Chorizo Breakfast Skillet combining tender shrimp, spicy chorizo, sautéed vegetables, and poached eggs over crispy potatoes. Perfect for a satisfying morning meal with smoky spices and fresh cilantro garnish.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins
- 8 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 5 oz chorizo sausage, sliced
- 4 large eggs
Vegetables
- 1 medium russet potato, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Spices & Oils
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook Potatoes: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced potatoes and sauté, stirring occasionally, until they are golden and tender, about 8 to 10 minutes. Once cooked, remove the potatoes from the skillet and set them aside.
- Brown Chorizo: Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet. Place the sliced chorizo in the pan and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until it starts to brown and releases its flavorful oils into the skillet.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion, diced red bell pepper, and jalapeño (if using) to the skillet with the chorizo. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables soften. Then add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds to bring out its aroma.
- Combine Potatoes and Spices: Return the sautéed potatoes to the skillet. Sprinkle the smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper over the mixture. Stir well to evenly coat and season everything.
- Cook Shrimp: Push the mixture towards the edges of the skillet to create space in the center. Add the shrimp to the center and cook for 1 to 2 minutes on each side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Then mix all ingredients together evenly.
- Poach Eggs: Create four wells in the shrimp and chorizo mixture. Crack one egg into each well. Lower the heat to a gentle setting, cover the skillet, and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until the egg whites are just set. For firmer yolks, cook an additional 1 to 2 minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Garnish the skillet with chopped fresh cilantro and serve immediately for a delicious, hearty breakfast.
Notes
- For extra heat, leave the jalapeño seeds in or add extra diced jalapeño.
- You can substitute chorizo with spicy sausage or a vegetarian option for dietary preferences.
- Adjust cooking time of eggs depending on your preferred yolk consistency.
- Use a non-stick or cast iron skillet for best results when cooking potatoes and eggs.
- Serve with warm tortillas or crusty bread to make it a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Keywords: Shrimp, Chorizo, Breakfast, Skillet, Eggs, Mexican, Spicy, Easy Brunch
