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High Protein Chicken Sausage Breakfast Skillet

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A hearty, high-protein breakfast skillet featuring juicy chicken sausage, scrambled eggs, and colorful vegetables. Perfect for an active morning with balanced nutrition and easy one-pan cleanup.

  • Total Time: 40
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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1 pound chicken sausage, casings removed
6 large eggs
2 cups diced potatoes (Yukon gold or red)
1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors or zucchini as alternative)
1 medium diced onion (or shallots)
2 tablespoons olive oil (or avocado oil)
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat
Add diced potatoes and cook for 5 minutes until golden
Add chicken sausage (removed from casings) and cook until browned, 5-7 minutes
Stir in onions, bell peppers, salt, pepper, and garlic powder; cook 3-5 minutes until vegetables soften
Crack eggs directly into skillet; scramble gently with a spatula
Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 5 minutes until eggs are fully set

Notes

Use turkey sausage as a substitute
For vegan version: Omit sausage and use tofu scramble
Leftovers can be stored in air-tight containers for 2-3 days
Adjust spice level by varying pepper and garlic quantities

  • Author: Amelie Harper
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 25
  • Category: High Protein Breakfasts
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: High Protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (¼ of recipe)
  • Calories: 620
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 9g
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 52g
  • Cholesterol: 370mg