This Baked Eggs Recipe in Tomato Chipotle Sauce is so simple and so good! Easy to freeze, too, then just toss in your skillet, crack the eggs and breakfast is done!

Yesterday marked the first day of summer and I’ve got outdoor fun on the brain. We had storms here which got in the way of some camping plans, but since summer gives us so many opportunities to take off for a night or two on a whim, I’m not too disappointed. My plan was to make this baked eggs recipe over our campfire but it worked just as well on my stove. This easy recipe is one that I make all the time and I foresee yet another excuse to road trip it to the lake next weekend! I thought you might like to see a few pictures from our last road trip…we were trying to round up my parent’s chickens so we could take off (car is packed and ready to go in the background)! Once we got on our way, we were able to do a little fishing and enjoy some of Northern VA’s countryside, too.
Here’s what I love so much about this baked eggs recipe. For starters, it looks a bit fancy and not at all like something you’d envision enjoying around a fire. But it is so tasty and easy that you’ll want to be making it wherever you are! I adore my cast iron skillet and use it all the time…especially for an easy breakfast like this one. And the sauce – the sauce! – is SO GOOD. It’s the same one I use to simmer my porcupine meatballs and it could be used so many ways: over pasta, with goat cheese on a crostini, even mixed with ground beef for some killer tacos. And, although it takes almost no time at all to throw together, it’s easily freezable so you can pull it out for an easy breakfast anytime. When we go camping, I throw the frozen sauce in our cooler; it helps to keep things cold and it’s fun to know that we have one breakfast (or even a dinner!) covered.
Another thing I love about this baked eggs recipe is that once the sauce is at a simmer, I can choose to add the eggs immediately if we’re all ravenous or I can simply let it simmer awhile until we’re ready. The flavors get better the longer it sits so I can be kicking back with the family while the sauce is doing its thing. I made a double batch over the weekend so I have some waiting for a lazy breakfast or to save for my next road trip – and I am dying to get onto the open road! I was road tripping it in New Mexico last month (you’ll be hearing all about that over the next few days; I have some killer recipes you’ll love!) and I’ll be hitting the road for the Outer Banks in North Carolina in just over a week. There’s just something freeing about being on a road trip and summer is one of my favorite times to do it. Just wait until I make this baked eggs recipe for everyone and they wonder how I made something so delicious so quickly! Keep my secret, would ya’?

Baked Eggs Recipe in Tomato Chipotle Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 sweet onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 28- ounce can whole, peeled tomatoes
- 1-3 chipotle peppers from a can in adobo sauce, start with one, add more to taste
- kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 5-6 large eggs
- toasted bread, for dipping (don't skip this, it's a must!)
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent, about five minutes. Add garlic and ground cumin, cook another 2 minutes, stirring frequently (turn down heat if garlic starts to brown).
- Place onion mixture along with tomatoes and peppers into a blender or food processor; blend until very smooth. Set aside.
- Pour sauce into cast iron skillet; bring to a strong simmer then reduce heat to low. Simmer, stirring occasionally for 45 minutes (or less if you don't have the time). Create a small "well" and crack egg into sauce; repeat with remaining eggs. Cover skillet and simmer until eggs are cooked to your liking. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
- Serve with a crusty bread and enjoy!
Kate Diethood says
This deliciousness over campfire?! YES! That’s such a great idea!
And thanks so much for all the tips! You are definitely equipped. Those checklists are so good to have. I’m printing it all out.
Kristy Bernardo says
That’s great, Kate! There’s nothing worse than not being prepared when camping :) Have a great day!
Patricia from Grab a Plate says
Oh! Love the chipotle in adobos sauce and the cumin – adds such great flavors to this beautiful dish! I’ll be going to the Outer Banks for the first time ever this year! Very excited! Enjoy your summer!
Kristy Bernardo says
How fun! Maybe our paths will cross :) Hope you enjoy your summer, too, Patricia!
Alisa Fleming says
I have some chipotles in adobo open – I’m so making this recipe this week! What a relaxing and fun time, too – I need that break!
Kristy Bernardo says
yay, you’ll love this, Alisa!
Erin says
I am so excited to try this recipe! Have a great time on the Outer Banks! Can’t beat the Carolina beaches this time of year. Maybe all year… ;-)
Kristy Bernardo says
Thanks so much, Erin! I can’t wait to go :)
Susan | LunaCafe says
Gosh, is it really that easy? It looks absolutely elegant. Have a wonderful time on those road trips. :-)
Kristy Bernardo says
Thanks, my friend! Cheers :)
Lauren says
We’ve been camping a lot lately so I’ve been looking for delicious recipes we can make over a camp fire! This one is a huge winner in my book! I’ve made baked eggs in tomato sauce before but the addition of the chipotle sounds amazing.
Kristy Bernardo says
I’m so glad! You’ll love this one, Lauren. Thanks so much!
Nutmeg Nanny says
Oh man these eggs look fantastic! I’m sitting here STARVING for breakfast and I want this big time!
Kristy Bernardo says
Thanks so much, NN! :)
Heather / girlichef says
You’re right, I really wouldn’t have envisioned this over a camp fire, but I can totally imagine it now. I love this style of dish, and don’t think I’ll wait for a camping trip to give it a try – yum!
Kristy Bernardo says
I’m so glad! I hope you do try it, it’s super delish!
Kathryn | FoodieGirlChicgao says
I love eggs for breakfast and this looks like a great option for something relatively quick and different!
Kristy Bernardo says
Thanks, Kathryn!
Julia says
I just got back from a week in the Outer Banks. It was so perfect! We enjoyed the beach and the warm weather. Have so much fun! This dish looks so flavorful. I love the chipotle peppers in adobo sauce.
Kristy Bernardo says
I cannot WAIT to go! Thanks, Julia and glad you had a good time!
Liz says
YUM! This recipe is so beautiful!! I’ve never tried baked eggs but those look delicious!
Kristy Bernardo says
Oh Liz, you have to try them! So easy and yummy. Thanks so much!
heather says
this sounds like the BEST breakfast, but I am even more excited to try it over a fire!! what a terrific camping recipe
Kristy Bernardo says
Right?? You’ll love it, heather, promise!
Amy Basso | Amy's Apron says
Great idea! I love camping and I am always looking for different recipes to take along with me!
Kristy Bernardo says
Thanks, Amy! Hope you love it!