Sheet Pan Breakfast Hash with Sweet Potato and Chorizo

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A hearty sheet pan breakfast combining spicy chorizo, tender sweet potatoes, and bell peppers for an easy one-pan meal. This mexican ready in about 40 minutes combines medium, diced red bell pepper, small, diced yellow onion, olive oil into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. 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: 30 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, toss 2 medium peeled and diced sweet potatoes, 1 medium diced red bell pepper, and 1 small diced yellow onion with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Step 3: Spread the vegetables out evenly on the prepared sheet pan.
  4. Step 4: Scatter 8 oz crumbled chorizo sausage over the vegetables.
  5. Step 5: Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender and the chorizo is cooked through and slightly crispy.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro over the hash if desired.
  7. Step 7: Serve hot, straight from the pan.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Breakfast Hash with Sweet Potato and Chorizo take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a busy morning; prep components the night before to save active time.

How do I store leftover Sheet Pan Breakfast Hash with Sweet Potato and Chorizo?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven; egg- or grain-based items may need a splash of milk or water to refresh texture. Cold-served items (overnight oats, smoothies) keep 2–3 days in the fridge.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Breakfast Hash with Sweet Potato and Chorizo?

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 Sheet Pan Breakfast Hash with Sweet Potato and Chorizo 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 Sheet Pan Breakfast Hash with Sweet Potato and Chorizo?

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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