Cheesy Hatch Chili Egg Muffin Cups

Start your day with the flavorful and nutritious Cheesy Hatch Chili Egg Muffin Cups! This simple recipe combines high-quality eggs, creamy sharp cheddar cheese, and the delightful kick of hatch green chiles, creating a delicious breakfast that can be enjoyed anytime. Packed with protein and essential vitamins, these muffin cups can easily be customized with your favorite veggies or spices. Perfect for busy mornings, you can prepare them in advance and heat them up for a quick meal that satisfies. Enjoy the savory goodness and nutritional benefits of these tasty muffin cups!

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Ingredients

6 large eggs

1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1/2 cup diced roasted hatch green chiles (canned or fresh, peeled)

1/4 cup diced onion

1/4 cup diced bell pepper (any color)

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon cumin

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish, optional)

Cooking spray or oil for greasing the muffin tin

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Prepare the Muffin Tin: Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or a light coat of oil to prevent sticking.

Mix the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, crack the eggs and whisk until frothy. Add the shredded cheddar cheese, diced hatch chiles, diced onion, diced bell pepper, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together until well combined.

Pour into Muffin Cups: Evenly distribute the egg mixture into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.

Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the egg is set and the tops are slightly golden. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.

Cool and Serve: Once done, remove the muffin tin from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Use a butter knife or a small spatula to gently loosen the muffin cups from the tin.

Garnish: If desired, sprinkle with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 10 minutes | 30 minutes | 12 servings