Keto Chorizo Egg Breakfast Skillet

The Keto Chorizo Egg Breakfast Skillet is a hearty, one-pan keto breakfast featuring smoky chorizo, creamy scrambled eggs, and sautéed low-carb veggies all topped with melty cheese. Rich chorizo fat infuses every bite, while bell pepper and onion add natural sweetness and tenderness without relying on carb-heavy potatoes or toast. With satisfying protein, generous keto-friendly fats, and minimal net carbs, this skillet delivers big flavor, lasting energy, and a hassle-free way to start your day on track.

Course Breakfast, Brunch

Cuisine American, Mexican-inspired

Keyword chorizo, egg skillet, gluten free, keto, low-carb, one pan

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 560kcal

Equipment

large skillet
Mixing bowl
Whisk
Cutting board
Chef's knife
Spatula

Ingredients

For the skillet

12 ounces fresh Mexican chorizo sausage, casings removed choose sugar-free, low-carb chorizo
2 tablespoons butter or avocado oil
1 cup red bell pepper, diced from about 1 medium pepper
1/2 cup yellow onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 large eggs
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream for extra richness and soft eggs
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon sea salt or to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or Monterey Jack or mozzarella

For serving (optional)

1 medium avocado, sliced for serving
1/4 cup sour cream for dolloping on top
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped for garnish
1 tablespoon hot sauce sugar-free, to taste

Instructions

Crack the eggs into a mixing bowl, add the heavy whipping cream, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and ground cumin, then whisk just until the yolks and whites are combined and slightly frothy.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the butter, allowing it to melt and coat the bottom of the pan.
Add the chorizo to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until it is browned, cooked through, and the fat has rendered, about 5 to 7 minutes.
Stir the diced bell pepper and onion into the chorizo and sauté until the vegetables are softened and lightly caramelized, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook, stirring, just until fragrant, about 30 seconds, taking care not to let it brown.
Reduce the heat to medium low and spread the chorizo and vegetable mixture into an even layer across the skillet.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the chorizo and vegetables, then let it sit undisturbed for about 30 seconds so the edges begin to set.
Using a spatula, gently push the softly set eggs from the edges toward the center, creating large curds and allowing uncooked egg to flow to the bottom of the skillet.
Continue gently stirring and folding the eggs until they are mostly set but still slightly glossy and soft, 3 to 5 minutes, adjusting the heat as needed to prevent overcooking.
Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the skillet, cover with a lid, and let it sit off the heat for 1 to 2 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and the eggs finish cooking through.
Top the skillet with sliced avocado, dollops of sour cream, and chopped cilantro or parsley, then drizzle with hot sauce if desired.
Serve the keto chorizo egg breakfast skillet hot straight from the pan, dividing into four portions and storing any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

Notes

To keep this breakfast skillet strictly keto, choose fresh or bulk chorizo without added sugar, starch, or breadcrumbs and verify that your hot sauce is also sugar free. For even lower carbs, reduce the onion to a few tablespoons and replace the rest with extra bell pepper or sliced green onions added at the end. The eggs will continue to cook from residual heat, so remove the skillet from the burner while they are still slightly soft to avoid a dry texture. Reheat leftovers gently over low heat on the stovetop or in short microwave bursts to preserve moisture and prevent the eggs from becoming rubbery.

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