Cheesy Chorizo Frittata

Cheesy Chorizo Frittata
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    45 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    124

A vibrant and flavorful frittata where spicy chorizo meets tender spinach, sweet cherry tomatoes, and creamy, melted cheese, all baked to golden perfection. This frittata is perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    6 g
  • Cholesterol
    235 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    20 g
  • Saturated Fat
    10 g
  • Sodium
    532 mg
  • Fat
    22 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Image Step 01
01 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large, oven-proof skillet (preferably cast iron), cook the crumbled chorizo over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until browned and cooked through. Remove the chorizo from the skillet with a slotted spoon, leaving the rendered fat in the pan. Set the chorizo aside. (5 minutes)

Image Step 02
02 Step

Recipe View 3 mins Add the baby spinach to the skillet with the chorizo drippings. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the spinach is just wilted. Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced green onions, and the cooked chorizo. Remove the skillet from the heat. (3 minutes)

Image Step 03
03 Step

Recipe View 5 mins In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well blended. Stir in 1 cup of the shredded pepper jack cheese. Pour the egg mixture over the chorizo and vegetable mixture in the skillet, stirring gently to combine. Top evenly with the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded pepper jack cheese. (5 minutes)

Image Step 04
04 Step

Recipe View 25 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center of the frittata comes out clean and the top is golden brown and bubbly. Let the frittata cool slightly before slicing and serving. (25 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of smoked paprika or a dash of hot sauce to the egg mixture.
Feel free to substitute other cheeses, such as Monterey Jack, cheddar, or mozzarella, depending on your preference.
If you don't have an oven-proof skillet, you can transfer the frittata mixture to a greased baking dish before baking.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 41 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Kassandra Nitzsche

    This frittata was a huge hit at my brunch! The chorizo gave it a nice kick, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked.

  • Lowell Schaden

    I loved how easy this recipe was to follow. I added some diced bell peppers for extra veggies, and it turned out great!

  • Landen Konopelski

    Family really enjoyed it. Will be making it again. Substituted sausage for the chorizo.

  • Cole Rice

    The pepper jack cheese adds so much flavor! I will definitely be making this again.

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