Imagine waking up to the irresistible aroma of spicy chorizo, perfectly cooked eggs, and vibrant bell peppers filling your kitchen - without spending hours in the morning preparing breakfast. This Mexican Slow Cooker Breakfast is your ultimate morning game-changer, delivering restaurant-quality flavors with minimal effort. Whether you're a busy professional, a weekend brunch enthusiast, or simply someone who loves a hearty and delicious start to the day, this recipe promises to revolutionize your breakfast routine with its mouthwatering combination of traditional Mexican ingredients slow-cooked to perfection.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 8 hrs
Total Time: 8 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound chorizo sausage
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by removing the chorizo from its casing and crumbling it into small pieces.
- Dice the bell peppers and onions into uniform, small pieces to ensure even cooking and distribution throughout the dish.
- Drain and rinse the black beans thoroughly to remove any excess liquid or starch.
- Grease the inside of the slow cooker with cooking spray or a light coating of oil to prevent sticking.
- Layer the crumbled chorizo sausage evenly across the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle the diced bell peppers and onions over the chorizo, creating an even layer.
- Pour the drained black beans over the vegetables, distributing them uniformly.
- Crack the eggs directly onto the top of the layered ingredients, spacing them evenly.
- Season the entire dish with salt and pepper to taste, ensuring light and even coverage.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low heat for 7-8 hours overnight or during the day.
- In the final 30 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top to melt.
- Once cooking is complete, check that the eggs are set and the chorizo is fully cooked.
- Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro just before serving for added flavor and color.
- Serve hot directly from the slow cooker, portioning out equal amounts to each serving.
Tips
- For maximum flavor, use fresh, high-quality chorizo and consider removing it from the casing to ensure even distribution throughout the dish.
- Prep your ingredients the night before to make morning assembly quick and effortless. Dice vegetables and have all ingredients ready to layer.
- Use a slow cooker liner or generously grease the interior to prevent sticking and make cleanup a breeze.
- For a lighter version, you can substitute turkey chorizo or use lean pork chorizo.
- Experiment with additional toppings like sliced avocado, salsa, or a dollop of sour cream to customize your breakfast.
- Ensure your slow cooker is set to low heat to prevent overcooking the eggs and maintain a creamy texture.
- If you prefer firmer eggs, cook for the full 8 hours; for softer eggs, reduce cooking time to 6-7 hours.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 480kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Cholesterol: 260mg
