Easy and Healthy Chicken Sausage Breakfast Scramble
Looking for a quick, delicious, and nutritious breakfast? This chicken sausage scramble is packed with protein and veggies, perfect for fueling your day. Plus, it's easy to make and comes together in just minutes! It'll quickly become your favorite way to eat scrambled eggs.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
This Chicken Sausage Breakfast Scramble is not only tasty but also packed with healthy ingredients. The organic chicken sausage adds a savory flavor and is a good source of protein. Broccoli is a powerhouse of vitamins and minerals, while onions and garlic bring a depth of flavor and a boost to your immune system. It all adds up to a hearty egg scramble that will help keep you full until it’s time for lunch.
Ingredients
1 organic chicken sausage link, sliced 1/4 inch thick
2 whole eggs (you can also use egg whites if you prefer)
1-2 sprays of avocado oil or olive oil
1 cup chopped broccoli florets
1/4 small onion, chopped (in a pinch, you can use onion powder instead)
1 clove garlic, minced
Sea salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Warm the Oil: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add 1-2 sprays of avocado oil. Avocado oil is great for high-heat cooking, while adding a bit of healthy fat to the scramble.
Cook the Sausage and Veggies: Add the sliced chicken sausage, chopped broccoli, onion, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the veggies to soften and the sausage to brown nicely.
Prepare the Eggs: In a small bowl, beat eggs with a whisk or fork until the yolks and whites are fully combined.
Combine and Cook: Pour the whisked eggs into the skillet with the sausage mixture. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper to taste. Stir everything together until the eggs are fully cooked and no longer runny.
Serve: Remove from heat and serve warm. Enjoy your hearty and healthy breakfast scramble!
Tips and Tricks
Customization: Feel free to add other veggies you have on hand, like bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms.
Meal Prep: This scramble is perfect for adding to your weekly meal plan. Make a big batch and portion it out for easy breakfasts throughout the week.
Toppings: If you love cheese, sprinkle some shredded cheddar cheese or crumbled feta on top just before serving, just keep in mind that that will change the nutrition information. You could also top this scramble with some hot sauce or a sprinkle of fresh herbs like basil, parsley, dill, and more.
Storing and Reheating
Storing
Cool Down: Allow the scramble to cool to room temperature before storing.
Airtight Container: Transfer the scramble to an airtight container.
Refrigerate: Store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Reheating
Microwave: Place a portion of the scramble on a microwave-safe plate. Cover with a microwave-safe lid or a damp paper towel to retain moisture. Heat on high for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through, until warmed through.
Stovetop: Heat a small amount of avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the scramble and cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 5 minutes.
FAQs
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Absolutely! Feel free to use turkey sausages or even a vegetarian sausage alternative. Just make sure to adjust the cooking time as needed.
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This tasty meal is already dairy-free. If you want to add cheese, you can opt for a dairy-free cheese alternative.
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You can add a variety of veggies like bell pepper, sweet potatoes, green onion, tomatoes, spinach, mushrooms, or even zucchini. Just chop them up and add them to the skillet along with the other veggies. If you're adding a starchy veggie like sweet potatoes, keep in mind that your carb count will vary a bit from the recipe as it's written.
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If you like a little heat, try adding some red pepper flakes, a dash of hot sauce, or chopped jalapeños to the scramble.
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Yes, this Chicken Sausage Breakfast Scramble is low in carbs and can be part of a keto diet. Just make sure to check the nutritional content of the sausage you use to make sure that it will help you reach your goals.
Give this breakfast skillet a try and kickstart your day with a burst of flavor and nutrition! Let me know how you enjoyed it in the comments below. Happy cooking!
Easy and Healthy Chicken Sausage Breakfast Scramble
Ingredients
- 1 organic chicken sausage link, sliced 1/4 inch thick
- 2 whole eggs (you can also use egg whites if you prefer)
- 1-2 sprays of avocado oil or olive oil
- 1 cup chopped broccoli florets
- 1/4 small onion, chopped (in a pinch, you can use onion powder instead)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm the Oil: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, spraying with avocado oil.
- Cook Sausage and Veggies: Add sliced chicken sausage, broccoli, onion, and garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Prepare Eggs: Beat the eggs in a bowl until fully combined.
- Combine and Cook: Pour eggs into the skillet with the sausage and veggies. Season with salt and pepper. Stir until eggs are fully cooked.
- Serve: Remove from heat and enjoy your healthy breakfast scramble!
Nutrition Facts
Calories
350Fat
25 gCarbs
10 gProtein
28 g