Julie Clark
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Chorizo Egg Muffins
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Easy breakfast in under 30 minutes! These Chorizo Egg Muffins are a high protein breakfast that you can make at the beginning of the week for a breakfast on the go.
When I have goals of eating healthy, planning my breakfasts are of utmost importance. If I can start the day eating right, it helps me to continue through the day.
Chorizo Egg Muffins Recipe
These Chorizo Egg Muffins are full of flavor and are high in protein. Make them on Sunday and have them ready to pull out of the fridge for those busy weekday mornings.
Although we used chorizo in this recipe, you can use any meat you happen to have in the fridge. Some of our favorites are leftover taco meat, ham and even chopped up hamburger patties. Just make sure the meat you choose is fully cooked before adding it to the egg mixture.
What kind of meat is chorizo?
Chorizo is a sausage made from pork that has been seasoned with seasonings such as paprika, garlic and salt. You can find spicy chorizo and sweet chorizo, so be sure to choose the type your family will like.
Can you eat chorizo without cooking it?
There are two different types of chorizo. You can buy ground chorizo that is not in a casing. This is raw meat and needs to be fully cooked before serving. There is also a firmer chorizo sausage sold in a casing (so that it looks like a link). This is precooked. You can slice it and serve it cold or add it to recipes such as these egg cups.
How do you make egg cups?
You can make egg cups in under 30 minutes. For this recipe, simply add all of the ingredients to a bowl (except the chorizo and cheese). Divide the egg mixture into the cups of a greased muffin pan, then top them with chopped chorizo and shredded cheese.
That’s it! Easy, right?
How long do you bake egg cups?
Egg cups may vary on baking times depending on how much liquids are in your egg mixture. This egg cup recipe bakes at 350º Fahrenheit for 15-19 minutes.
How long can I keep egg muffins in the fridge?
If sealed well, egg muffins will stay fresh for 1 week in the refrigerator.
Can you eat egg muffins cold?
I’ll admit I’ve grabbed an egg muffin and eaten it cold once or twice in my lifetime. This is really a preference. We like them better warm, but you can eat them cold if you’d like.
How do you reheat egg muffins?
Microwave egg muffins 30 seconds to quickly reheat. If you have a small toaster oven, convection oven or air fryer you can warm the muffins in these too.
Do egg muffins freeze well?
Yes! Make sure the muffins are completely cooled before sealing them in plastic wrap and a freezer safe bag or plastic container. You can keep them in the freezer for up to 3 months.
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Chorizo Egg Muffins
Easy breakfast in under 30 minutes! These Chorizo Egg Muffins are a high protein breakfast that you can make at the beginning of the week for a breakfast on the go.
Servings 12
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Ingredients
- 10 jumbo eggs (or 12 large)
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 teaspoon oregano (or marjoram)
- ½ teaspoon minced dried onions
- salt and pepper (as desired)
- 1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley or cilantro
- 1 chorizo link (finely chopped)
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a muffin pan generously with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl add all ingredients, except for chorizo and cheese.
- Add an even layer of egg mixture to each cavity in the prepared muffin pan. Top with an even layer of chorizo and cheese.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until eggs are set in the center.
- Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Nutrition
Calories: 109kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 206mg | Sodium: 106mg | Potassium: 85mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 403IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 1mg
Cook Time: 18m
My husband loves chorizo with sweet potato. Could I add some into this recipe ?
This was delicious!!! Hubby and kids also approved. Did I just miss where it listed how many carbs per egg cup?? I’m not seeing it on the nutrition facts provided….
Is the calories for just one egg cup or 2?
Hubby has me add jalapenos to his. I make this recipe at least once a month for quick breakfast on the go! Sorry I havent posted earlier, just came back to check for instructions on baking in an air fryer. I can make enough in the oven, not as many in the air fryer, but they turn out with more of a brown crust on top that my family loves!
I made it and they were awesome, I’ll make them again.
Can’t wait to make! I may put a few minced pieces of parboiled potatoes with it….just a few.
There is an error in the area that talks about how to freeze them. The last sentence mentions keeping in the “refrigerator” for three months instead of “freezer”. I’m sure everyone realizes it should be freezer but might as well be accurate, just in case.
Happy cooking!