Fiesta Brunch Bake

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!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 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)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 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.

Step 4

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

Step 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.

Step 6

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

Step 7

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1791.2 grams (1791.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2873

Total Fat 200.20g	257%
Saturated Fat 87.80g	439%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 1861mg	620%
Sodium 6478mg	282%
Total Carbohydrate 132.10g	48%
Dietary Fiber 16.50g	59%
Total Sugars 22.40g
Protein 148.50g	297%

Vitamin D 437IU	2183%
Calcium 1926mg	148%
Iron 17mg	92%
Potassium 3466mg	74%

*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: 61.6%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 18.1%