Savory Chorizo and Potato Hash with Fried Eggs

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A hearty skillet hash of spicy chorizo sausage, golden diced potatoes, and caramelized onions topped with perfectly fried eggs for a satisfying breakfast. This mexican ready in about 35 minutes pairs casing removed Mexican chorizo, small, diced yellow onion, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 diced russet potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, for 12-15 minutes until golden and tender.
  2. Step 2: Push potatoes to the side and add 8 oz Mexican chorizo (casings removed) to the skillet. Break it up with a spoon and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 small diced yellow onion and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet with the chorizo and potatoes. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until onions are translucent and fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Stir everything together, season with salt and black pepper to taste, and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the hash.
  5. Step 5: In a separate non-stick pan, fry 4 large eggs sunny-side up or to desired doneness with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  6. Step 6: Serve the chorizo and potato hash on plates topped with the fried eggs for a savory breakfast meal.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Savory Chorizo and Potato Hash with Fried Eggs take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 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 Savory Chorizo and Potato Hash with Fried 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 small, diced yellow onion from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Savory Chorizo and Potato Hash with Fried 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 Savory Chorizo and Potato Hash with Fried 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.

What goes well with Savory Chorizo and Potato Hash with Fried Eggs?

Mexican mexican like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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