Cajun Eggs

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Spice up your breakfast or brunch routine with these bold and flavorful Cajun Eggs! This quick and easy one-skillet dish marries tender sautéed onions, vibrant bell peppers, and zesty Cajun-seasoned tomatoes, creating a savory base that’s beautifully topped with perfectly cooked eggs. With the option to add a kick of heat from red chili flakes, this dish is fully customizable to suit your spice preference. Ready in just 25 minutes, Cajun Eggs are perfect for busy mornings or an effortless weeknight dinner. Serve them with toasted bread to soak up the rich, spiced sauce or over a bed of fluffy rice for a hearty twist. Garnished with fresh parsley for a touch of freshness, this crowd-pleasing recipe is as visually appealing as it is delicious!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 15 min
• Total Time: 25 min
• Servings: 2 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium bell pepper, diced (preferably red or green)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup canned diced tomatoes, drained
• 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional, for extra heat)
• 4 large eggs
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 serving toasted bread or cooked rice (optional, for serving)

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

2. Add the chopped onion and diced bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 5-6 minutes, until softened.

3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

4. Add the drained diced tomatoes, Cajun seasoning, paprika, and red chili flakes (if using). Stir well to combine.

5. Cook the vegetable mixture for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Season with salt and black pepper.

6. Use a spoon to create 4 small wells in the vegetable mixture. Crack one egg into each well.

7. Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain runny (or to your preferred doneness).

8. Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the dish with chopped fresh parsley.

9. Serve the Cajun Eggs immediately, with toasted bread or cooked rice on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (372.2g)

Calories		383
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		24.6 g	31%
	Saturated Fat	5.2 g	26%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		372 mg	124%
Sodium		1020 mg	44%
Total Carbohydrate		25.3 g	9%
	Dietary Fiber	5.6 g	20%
	Total Sugars	10.1 g
Protein		17.1 g	34%
Vitamin D		2.0 mcg	10%
Calcium		140 mg	11%
Iron		4.5 mg	25%
Potassium		722 mg	15%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 440 cal (56.4%%)

Protein: 138 cal (17.7%%)

Carbs: 202 cal (25.9%%)