Frosty Morning Low Carb Skillet (Printable)

A satisfying skillet breakfast with eggs, sausage, and colorful vegetables, perfect for a low carb morning.

# List of ingredients:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 large eggs
02 - 2 chicken or turkey breakfast sausages, sliced (sugar-free preferred)

→ Vegetables

03 - 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (any color)
04 - 1/2 cup chopped zucchini
05 - 1/2 cup baby spinach
06 - 1/4 cup diced red onion

→ Dairy

07 - 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

→ Fats & Oils

08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil

→ Seasonings

09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Steps:

01 - Warm the olive oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat.
02 - Add the sliced sausages and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally until lightly browned.
03 - Incorporate the bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion, cooking for 4 to 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
04 - Stir in the baby spinach and cook for an additional minute until wilted.
05 - Push the mixture to the edges of the skillet, forming two wells, and carefully crack the eggs into each well.
06 - Reduce the heat, cover the skillet, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until the eggs reach your preferred doneness.
07 - Sprinkle smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and shredded cheese over the skillet contents.
08 - Cover the skillet again for one minute to melt the cheese, then serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in just 25 minutes, making it perfect for those mornings when you're hungry but not patient
  • Everything cooks in one skillet, which means less cleanup and more time to enjoy your coffee
  • The combination of protein and vegetables keeps you satisfied for hours without the afternoon energy crash
  • It's naturally low-carb but tastes like the comfort food you've been craving
02 -
  • The moment the eggs go in, resist the urge to poke at them. I learned this the hard way when I kept checking on them obsessively and somehow ended up with scrambled eggs. Let them cook undisturbed and the results are infinitely better
  • Don't skip the sausage browning step. Those caramelized edges are flavor gold—they infuse the entire skillet with a savory richness that makes everything taste more intentional and delicious
  • If your vegetables are too chunky, they won't soften enough before the eggs go in. I now cut everything into roughly quarter-inch pieces for perfect timing
03 -
  • If you don't have a skillet lid, a baking sheet or even a large plate works perfectly to trap steam and cook the eggs gently from above
  • The secret to perfect eggs is lower heat after they go in the skillet. Medium-low lets them cook through without the bottoms getting rubbery or the top staying raw
  • Taste your vegetables as they cook. They should be tender enough to cut with a fork but not mushy—this takes practice, but you'll develop an instinct for it

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