Tex-Mex Protein Breakfast Bowls Recipe
These Tex-Mex Protein Breakfast Bowls are a flavorful, hearty, and nutritious way to start your day. Featuring lean ground chicken seasoned with taco spices, roasted bell peppers and potatoes, and fluffy scrambled eggs, these bowls make for a protein-packed breakfast that’s easy to meal prep and perfect for busy mornings. Customize with your favorite toppings like salsa, cilantro, or cheese for an added punch of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Protein
- 2 lbs lean ground chicken (or turkey)
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning (or homemade blend)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Vegetables
- 2 bell peppers (red & yellow), diced
- 1 poblano pepper, chopped
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, chopped into chunks
Eggs
- 16 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk (optional, for fluffier eggs)
Seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Roast potatoes: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss the chopped baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and spread them evenly on a baking sheet. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, until golden and tender.
- Add vegetables: About 10 minutes before the potatoes finish roasting, add the diced bell peppers, chopped poblano pepper, and diced onion to the baking sheet. Continue roasting everything together until the vegetables are softened and slightly caramelized.
- Cook the ground chicken: While the veggies roast, heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the ground chicken and taco seasoning, cooking and stirring until the meat is browned and fully cooked, about 7 to 10 minutes.
- Prepare scrambled eggs: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and optional milk. Pour into a non-stick skillet over medium heat and scramble gently until the eggs are just set but still moist and fluffy.
- Assemble bowls: Evenly divide the roasted vegetables, seasoned ground chicken, and scrambled eggs into 8 meal prep containers or bowls.
- Optional toppings: When ready to serve, add your favorite toppings such as salsa, fresh cilantro, or shredded cheese to enhance flavor.
Notes
- Use turkey as a lean alternative to chicken if preferred.
- Adjust taco seasoning to your taste or use a homemade blend for fresher flavor.
- For dairy-free scrambled eggs, omit the milk or substitute with a plant-based alternative.
- These bowls can be refrigerated for up to 4 days and reheated in the microwave.
- Add avocado slices or hot sauce as additional toppings for extra taste.
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