My friend Sarah, a total breakfast fiend, introduced me to the concept of breakfast nachos—and let me tell you, my life has never been the same. It's a fun twist on traditional nachos, swapping out the usual ground beef for savory chorizo and adding a sunny-side up egg for that extra protein boost. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and adaptability. You can easily personalize it with your favorite veggies or cheeses—I am a sucker for anything spicy!
The combination of crispy tortilla chips, spicy chorizo, fluffy eggs, and melty cheese is utterly irresistible. The best part? You only need one pan (well, maybe two if you want to go full breakfast-extravaganza mode). It's also perfect for a lazy weekend brunch, a fun weeknight dinner, or even a late-night snack. It's incredibly versatile!
Required Equipments
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Tortilla chips
- Serving platter
Breakfast Nachos with Chorizo and Eggs
These breakfast nachos with chorizo and eggs are a fun and flavorful twist on a classic. They're easy to make, customizable to your liking, and perfect for any meal of the day!
⏳ Yield & Time
Yield: 1 servings
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time:
🍽 Ingredients
📖 Instructions
- First, let's get that chorizo sizzling! Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Crumble in about 8 ounces of chorizo and cook until it's nicely browned and slightly crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Remember to break it up with a spoon as it cooks. Don't forget to remove it from the skillet and set aside. You might need to add a little more olive oil before you start on the eggs if the pan seems a little too dry.
- Next, those eggs! In the same skillet, whisk two large eggs with a splash of milk and some salt and pepper. Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the eggs are set but still slightly moist. This should take around 3-4 minutes. If you like your eggs really cooked through feel free to leave them longer; this is your adventure, my friend!
- Now, let's assemble these delicious breakfast masterpieces! Layer your tortilla chips on a large serving platter. Evenly distribute the cooked chorizo over the chips. Next, top with your perfectly cooked scrambled eggs.
- Time for some melty goodness! Sprinkle about 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the eggs, or whatever type you like best; I don't judge!. Then pop the whole thing in the microwave for 30-60 seconds, or until the cheese is completely melted and gooey. If you don’t have a microwave, you can cover it with foil and warm the cheese for a few minutes in a low oven or warm in the skillet you already used. I prefer the microwave, it's quicker!
- Finally, garnish and serve! Sprinkle some chopped cilantro or your favorite fresh herbs over the top. Serve these amazing breakfast nachos immediately. Enjoy!
📝 Notes
- For extra spice, add a pinch of chili powder to the chorizo or eggs.
- Feel free to use any type of cheese you prefer.
- If the cheese isn't melting quickly enough in the microwave, add a few seconds at a time until melted completely. Watch it so it doesn't burn!
- If you're short on cilantro, feel free to omit it or use other fresh herbs.
- For a vegan option, use plant-based chorizo and vegan cheese!
🍎 Nutrition
Calories: 600kcal
Protein: 30g
Fat: 40g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 5g
Calcium: 200mg
