Mediterranean Sausage & Potato Bake with Herbed Eggs
A rustic one-dish wonder featuring crispy Spanish chorizo, tender potatoes, and creamy baked eggs infused with fresh herbs and garlic. This mediterranean-inspired one pot (vegetarian-friendly) ready in about 45 minutes pairs Spanish chorizo, large russet potatoes, medium yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz Spanish chorizo
- 2 large russet potatoes
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup fresh chives
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large oven-safe skillet, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 12 oz sliced Spanish chorizo and cook for 3-4 minutes until crisp, then remove and set aside.
- Step 2: Add 2 peeled and diced russet potatoes, 1 diced medium yellow onion, and 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet. Season with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, and 1/2 tsp smoked paprika. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender and onions are translucent.
- Step 3: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley and 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives, then push potato mixture to edges of skillet. Crack 6 large eggs into the center, spacing evenly, and sprinkle 12 oz reserved chorizo over the eggs. Top with 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
- Step 4: Bake for 15-18 minutes until egg whites are set and yolks are still slightly runny, with cheese golden and bubbly.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Mediterranean Sausage & Potato Bake with Herbed Eggs take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Mediterranean Sausage & Potato Bake with Herbed Eggs?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep spanish chorizo from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Mediterranean Sausage & Potato Bake with Herbed Eggs?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Mediterranean Sausage & Potato Bake with Herbed Eggs for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Mediterranean Sausage & Potato Bake with Herbed Eggs vegetarian-friendly?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian-friendly based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
