Description
Start your day with this high-protein, flavorful chicken and egg breakfast skillet! Packed with juicy chicken, sautéed veggies, and perfectly cooked eggs, this dish is a satisfying and nutritious way to fuel your morning. It’s quick to make, bursting with savory goodness, and ideal for meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1/4 cup onion, diced
- 1/2 cup spinach or kale, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 1/4 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or feta)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the Skillet:
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Sauté the Vegetables:
- Add onions and bell peppers. Cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in cherry tomatoes and spinach/kale. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
Add the Chicken & Seasoning:
- Add the cooked chicken to the skillet.
- Sprinkle with garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Stir everything well and let it cook for 2 minutes.
Cook the Eggs:
- Create small wells in the mixture and crack the eggs into the skillet.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 4-6 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but yolks remain slightly runny.
Add Cheese & Garnish:
- Sprinkle cheese over the dish and let it melt.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions.
Serve & Enjoy:
- Serve immediately with toast, avocado, or a side of roasted potatoes.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use smoked paprika or add a splash of hot sauce.
- If you prefer scrambled eggs, whisk them before adding to the skillet and stir until fully cooked.
- Swap spinach for kale or arugula for a different taste.
- Make it dairy-free by omitting cheese or using dairy-free alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 280mg