Skillet Ham, Cheese & Green Chile Breakfast Biscuits
Fluffy drop biscuits studded with ham, cheddar, and green chiles, baked right in your cast iron skillet for a comforting, protein-rich camp breakfast with Southwest flair.
Equipment
- Cast iron skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 2 tbsp butter cold, diced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar
- 1/4 cup diced ham
- 1/4 cup diced green chiles drained
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
Instructions
- In bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
- Cut in butter until mixture is crumbly. Stir in cheese, ham, and green chiles.
- Add buttermilk and mix until just combined.
- Heat skillet over coals. Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot skillet.
- Cover loosely with foil and bake 18-20 minutes, until golden and puffed.
- Serve hot.
Notes
Use foil as a cover if your skillet lacks a lid. These biscuits are best fresh—store leftovers in a cloth for snacking on the trail.