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Tex-Mex Protein Breakfast Bowls


  • Author: jena
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A hearty, delicious, and nutritious breakfast bowl packed with protein from ground chicken and eggs, along with colorful vegetables.


Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs lean ground chicken (or turkey)
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning (or homemade blend)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 bell peppers (red & yellow), diced
  • 1 poblano pepper, chopped
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, chopped into chunks
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 16 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk (optional, for fluffier eggs)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Roast the baby potatoes tossed with olive oil, salt, and pepper for 25–30 minutes.
  2. Add the diced bell peppers, onion, and poblano pepper for the last 10 minutes of roasting.
  3. In a skillet, cook the ground chicken with olive oil and taco seasoning until browned and fully cooked.
  4. In a bowl, whisk the eggs with milk and scramble them in a pan until just set.
  5. Divide the roasted veggies, meat, and eggs evenly into 8 meal prep containers.
  6. When serving, top the bowls with optional salsa, cilantro, or cheese.

Notes

Store any leftover bowls in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days. They can be frozen for up to 2 months.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking and Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 300mg

Keywords: breakfast, Tex-Mex, protein bowls, meal prep, healthy breakfast