Quick Chorizo & Egg Breakfast Cups recipe

Name: Quick Chorizo & Egg Breakfast Cups
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 120g Chorizo Sausages; 4 Eggs; 60g Cheese; to taste Salt; to taste Black Pepper

A savoury, protein-packed breakfast with crispy chorizo, baked eggs and melted cheese. These individual egg cups are quick to assemble and deliver plenty of smoky flavour in every bite.

25 min · Easy · British Jump to method

Ingredients

2 servings

120g Chorizo Sausages
4 Eggs
60g Cheese
to taste Salt
to taste Black Pepper

Nutrition	Per serving
Calories	381 kcal
Protein	24.9 g
Carbohydrates	1.7 g
Fat	30.1 g
Saturated fat	13.5 g
Fibre	0 g
Sugar	1.2 g
Sodium	910 mg

Why this works

A protein-rich, very low-carbohydrate breakfast that is also high in saturated fat and sodium due to the chorizo and cheese.

High-quality protein. Eggs and cheese provide a substantial protein hit per serving, supporting satiety and muscle maintenance.

High in saturated fat. Chorizo and cheese contribute a large amount of saturated fat, so this is best eaten occasionally rather than daily.

Sodium concern. Chorizo, cheese and added salt can push sodium quite high, which may be an issue for blood pressure management.

Method

Preheat the oven to 200°C (Fan 180°C, 392°F, Gas Mark 6).
Slice the chorizo sausages and fry them in a dry pan for 3-4 minutes until they release their oil and start to crisp.
Divide the chorizo between 4 lightly greased muffin holes or small ovenproof ramekins.
Crack an egg into each one, then season lightly with salt and black pepper if using.
Scatter the cheese over the top of each egg cup.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the egg whites are set and the yolks are cooked to your liking.
Leave to stand for 2 minutes before serving hot.

Prefer the classic version? Sweet Pepper Omelette

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