High-Protein Spinach & Cheese Breakfast Skillet

High-Protein Spinach & Cheese Breakfast Skillet is a tasty and savory breakfast. It contains russet potatoes, olive oil, spinach, bacon, eggs, salt, cheddar cheese, and black pepper. This dish has cheddar cheese in it, so it is not good for a dairy-free diet. High-Protein Spinach & Cheese Breakfast Skillet is prepared in 35 minutes, so it is good to prepare on busy mornings.  This dish stores in the fridge for three days, so it is not good for long-term storage. Serve it with fresh berries, English muffins, or green tea.

STATS:

• Caloric count: 347 kcal
• Course: Breakfast
• Prep duration: 10 minute
• Serving size: ½ skillet
• Cook time: 25 minutes
• Cuisine: American
• Overall Duration: 35 minutes
• Diet: High Protein
• Portion: 2

EQUIPMENT:

• Large skillet
• Cutting board
• Chef’s knife
• Spatula
• Small bowl
• Measuring spoons

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 small russet potato
• 1 slice bacon
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 3 cups baby spinach
• ⅛ tsp. salt
• 2 large eggs
• ⅔ cup Cheddar cheese shreds
• Back pepper

INGREDIENT NOTES:

RUSSET POTATO:

• Include the russet potatoes to add the satisfying foundation and softness. Scrub the potatoes properly and leave the skin to offer texture, and make the pieces small and equal in size to cook them equally.

BACON:

• Add the bacon to the dish to provide smokiness and a savory taste in the pan. We have to chop it into small pieces so it cooks evenly and spreads its taste in the dish.

OLIVE OIL:

• Include the oil to fry the vegetables & it will also provide smoothness and healthy fat content.

BABY SPINACH:

• Add the baby spinach to the dish to include the nice green hue & softness in the dish. It wilts quickly, so add the spinach after the potatoes get soft.

SALT:

• Include the salt to enrich the natural taste of the ingredients. We have to use it in small quantities, as the cheddar & bacon will already be salty.

EGGS:

• Add the eggs to include the protein, and it will make the dish more filling. Add the eggs and cook until it cooks as you desire.

CHEDDAR CHEESE:

• Include the cheddar cheese to add cheesiness and a creamy texture to the dish. We have to sprinkle it evenly on the pan so it melts smoothly.

BLACK PEPPER:

• Add the black pepper to include the warm and light flavor. We have to add the black pepper as we like.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Scrub the russet potatoes, then cut them into equal, even-sized dice and leave the skin on, then chop the bacon into small pieces.
2. Put the pan on a moderate flame and add the bacon, and cook for three to four minutes till they get crisp; then put it on a plate. Leave some bacon grease in the pan.
3. Add the olive oil to the pan, then add the potatoes along with black pepper & salt, and cook for 12 to 15 minutes till the potatoes get soft & golden.
4. Add the baby spinach to the dish and cook for one to two minutes till it wilts and mixes nicely.
5. Now prepare two pits in the potato mix & add one egg in each one.
6. Now cover the pan & cook for 3-5 minutes till they set.
7. Add the cheddar cheese to the dish and sprinkle the cooked bacon on it.
8. Then cover it & cook for 1-2 minutes till the cheese melts.
9. Put the pan on the shelf and sprinkle the black pepper on it, then divide it into two portions and serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

FRESH SIDES:

• Sliced avocado
• Fresh berries
• Tomato cucumber salad

BREAD & GRAINS:

• Whole-grain toast
• English muffin
• Sourdough toast

BEVERAGES:

• Black coffee
• Green tea
• Fresh orange juice

TIPS:

• Cut the potatoes into small, equal-sized pieces so they cook equally.
• Put the cheese & eggs in the non-stick pan so they don’t stick.
• Shred the cheese fresh to melt it smoothly.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Cool the dish then add it to a closed box and store for three day.

FREEZER:

• Don’t freeze this dish as the eggs and spinach will get watery.

FAQs:

Will I include different varieties of potatoes in the pan?

• Yes, include the red or Yukon gold potatoes and keep them in small pieces so they cook in equal time.

Could we make the dish without including bacon?

• Yes, we would exclude the bacon and utilize the oil to cook the potatoes. Include the mushrooms, extra veggies, and turkey sausages to make it more flavorful.

Will I include the frozen spinach in the dish?

• Yes, include the frozen spinach, but defrost and squeeze it, then add it to the pan so it doesn’t become watery.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Fiber: 3 g

Calories: 347 kcal

Calcium: 270 mg

Net carbs: 20 g

Protein: 17 g

Iron: 3 mg

Sodium: 500 mg

Total carbs: 23 g

Potassium: 650 mg

Vitamin A: 280 µg RAE