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Southwestern Breakfast Casserole

Southwestern Breakfast Casserole: 5 Steps to Delightful Flavor

  • Author: [email protected]
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southwestern
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A hearty Southwestern breakfast casserole with eggs, tortillas, and cheese.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cooked chorizo
  • 2 cups corn tortillas, cut into strips
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or pepper jack)
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a greased baking dish, layer the tortilla strips, chorizo, bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes.
  4. Pour the egg mixture over the layers.
  5. Sprinkle cheese on top.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until set.
  7. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Customize with your favorite vegetables.
  • Can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.
  • Reheat leftovers in the microwave.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 250mg

Keywords: Southwestern Breakfast Casserole, breakfast casserole, egg casserole, chorizo casserole