Frosty Morning High Protein Skillet (Printable)

A warm skillet packed with lean turkey, eggs, and fresh veggies to energize your day.

# List of ingredients:

→ Proteins

01 - 9 oz lean ground turkey
02 - 4 large eggs
03 - 2 oz shredded low-fat cheddar cheese

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 medium zucchini, diced
06 - 3.5 oz baby spinach
07 - 1 small red onion, diced
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Spices & Seasonings

09 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
10 - ½ tsp ground black pepper
11 - ½ tsp salt
12 - ¼ tsp chili flakes (optional)

→ Oils

13 - 1 tbsp olive oil

# Steps:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
02 - Add ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
03 - Stir in diced bell pepper and zucchini. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
04 - Incorporate baby spinach and smoked paprika. Cook until spinach wilts, about 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt, black pepper, and chili flakes if desired.
05 - Create 4 wells in the skillet mixture and crack an egg into each. Cover and cook for 4 to 6 minutes until eggs reach preferred doneness.
06 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the skillet. Cover and cook for 1 minute until melted.
07 - Serve hot with optional garnishes such as chopped herbs or extra chili flakes.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It keeps you full for hours without that heavy, sluggish feeling some breakfasts leave behind.
  • Everything cooks in one pan, so cleanup is fast and you can get on with your day.
  • The runny yolk mixing with the turkey and veggies creates a sauce that ties the whole thing together.
  • You can swap ingredients based on what you have, and it still works every time.
02 -
  • Do not skip covering the skillet when cooking the eggs, or the tops will stay raw while the bottoms overcook.
  • If your turkey is extra lean, it might dry out fast, so keep the heat at medium and stir often to prevent sticking.
  • Taste before adding salt, especially if your cheese is salty, or the whole thing can turn too sharp.
03 -
  • Use a clear lid so you can watch the eggs cook without lifting it and losing steam.
  • Let the skillet rest off the heat for a minute before serving, the residual heat finishes the eggs perfectly and keeps them silky.
  • If you like crispy edges, press the turkey into the pan and let it sit undisturbed for a minute before stirring.

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