Fiesta Brunch Bake

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Start your day with a burst of bold flavors by diving into this Fiesta Brunch Bake—a vibrant, hearty casserole that’s perfect for feeding a crowd! Packed with fluffy eggs, creamy cheddar cheese, and smoky Mexican chorizo, this recipe brings a spicy twist to classic breakfast fare. A medley of colorful bell peppers, jalapeño heat, and fragrant cilantro ensures every bite is full of Tex-Mex zest. What sets this dish apart is its combination of thawed hash browns and savory spices like cumin and chili powder, creating a deliciously seasoned base. Ready in just over an hour and easy to assemble, it’s ideal for weekend brunch or any festive gathering. Serve it warm with a dollop of sour cream, fresh salsa, or sliced avocado for a crowd-pleasing breakfast or brunch everyone will rave about!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 45 min
• Total Time: 1 hr 5 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

15 items

• 8 pieces large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Mexican chorizo (cooked and crumbled)
• 2 cups frozen hash browns (thawed)
• 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
• 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
• 1 small jalapeño (seeded and finely chopped)
• 2 stalks green onions (sliced)
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for greasing dish)

📝 Instructions

7 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the unsalted butter and set aside.

2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

3. Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, cooked chorizo, hash browns, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, jalapeño, green onions, and half of the chopped cilantro. Stir until the mixture is evenly incorporated.

4. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

5. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the casserole is set in the center and the top is golden brown.

6. Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with the remaining cilantro before serving.

7. Slice into portions and serve warm. This dish pairs well with sour cream, salsa, or avocado on the side.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (285.0g)

Calories		481
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		33.6 g	43%
	Saturated Fat	15.1 g	76%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		309 mg	103%
Sodium		1045 mg	45%
Total Carbohydrate		21.1 g	8%
	Dietary Fiber	2.6 g	9%
	Total Sugars	4.3 g
Protein		24.5 g	49%
Vitamin D		1.9 mcg	9%
Calcium		308 mg	24%
Iron		2.6 mg	14%
Potassium		555 mg	12%

*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: 1819 cal (62.4%%)

Protein: 590 cal (20.2%%)

Carbs: 508 cal (17.4%%)