Chicken Breakfast Bake
This Chicken Breakfast Bake is a high protein, high flavor breakfast recipe that is made with only 6 simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 eggs
- 1 fresh jalapeño pepper, seeded and diced
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease an 8x8 baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the onion, bell pepper, and jalapeño until softened.
- Whisk eggs in a bowl and season with salt and pepper.
- In the greased baking dish, layer the cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, and shredded cheese.
- Pour eggs over the mixture evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
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Notes
- Sautéing the Vegetables: Cooking the onions, bell peppers, and jalapeños before baking helps enhance their flavor and prevents excess moisture in the dish.
- Shredded vs. Diced Chicken: Shredded chicken blends well throughout the bake, while diced chicken gives chunkier bites. Either works!
- Cheese Variations: Try swapping cheddar for a mix of Monterey Jack, mozzarella, or pepper jack for extra flavor.
- Spice Level Adjustment: For more heat, leave some jalapeño seeds in or add a pinch of red pepper flakes. To reduce spice, omit the jalapeño.
- Make it a Full Meal: Serve with Turkey Breakfast Sausage, Mexican Salsa, Protein Iced Coffee, or a dollop of sour cream for extra flavor.
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