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Chorizo Egg Bites

These high-protein vegetarian Chorizo Egg Bites are baked in a muffin tin with cottage cheese, soy chorizo, and cheese, perfect breakfast on the go! You can also use turkey or pork chorizo.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Additional Time
10 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 280 kcal
Course: Breakfast , Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • Olive oil spray
  • 1 ounce package soy chorizo (I like Trader Joe’s) or turkey or chicken chorizo
  • 12 large eggs
  • 1 cup low fat cottage cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend (divided)
  • 3 tablespoons chopped pickled jalapenos (plus more sliced for topping)

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350˚F. Spray 2 standard 12-cup muffin tins generously with oil to avoid sticking. Set aside.
  2. In a medium skillet, cook the soy chorizo according to package directions.  Transfer to a small bowl and allow to cool for 5 minutes while you combine the other ingredients.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs.  Add the cottage cheese, half of the shredded cheese, and pickled jalapeños, whisk to combine. Add the chorizo back in and mix.
  4. Pour mixture evenly into muffin tin (you can use a small dry measuring cup or large liquid measuring cup). Sprinkle the tops with remaining cheese and a jalapeno slice and bake for 20 minutes. Repeat with remaining mixture.
  5. Allow to cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes then, using a butter knife or flexible off- set spatula, remove the bites and allow to cool. Makes 16.

Notes

  • To store: Allow to cool completely then transfer to an airtight container, store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • To reheat: Place 2 bites on a microwave safe plate or paper towel and heat for 45 seconds.

Nutrition Information

Serving 2egg bites Calories 280kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 22g (44%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Cholesterol 297mg (99%) Sodium 802mg (33%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 2g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 280

% Daily Value*

Serving 2egg bites
Calories 280kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 22g 44%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 297mg 99%
Sodium 802mg 33%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 2g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.