Ground Turkey, Egg & Pepper Breakfast Skillet

Breakfast · Easy · 22 min (8 prep + 14 cook) · Makes 1 serving (~70 g protein). Use the planner's servings stepper to batch-cook.
High-proteinLow-carbGluten-free
Ground Turkey, Egg & Pepper Breakfast Skillet — high-protein breakfast recipe

Ground Turkey, Egg & Pepper Breakfast Skillet delivers 70 g of protein for just 8 g net carbs — ready in about 22 minutes. A filling, macro-balanced breakfast that won't spike your blood sugar.

70 gProtein
8 gNet carbs
30 gFat
3 gFiber
560Calories

Ingredients

  • 200 g Lean ground turkey (93%)
  • 3 Large eggs
  • 1 Bell pepper
  • 40 g Onion
  • 20 g Cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp Olive oil
  • Smoked paprika, salt & pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet

Method

  1. Brown the turkey in olive oil over medium-high heat, breaking it up, 5-6 min.
  2. Add diced pepper and onion; cook until softened, season with paprika.
  3. Make three wells, crack in the eggs, cover and cook to your liking.
  4. Scatter cheddar over the top and serve from the pan.

Storage & make-ahead

Fridge: keeps 3–4 days in an airtight container — reheat gently. Most portions freeze well for up to 2 months; thaw overnight.

Tip

A savory, sturdy breakfast. Swap turkey for lean beef if you prefer.

Dietary swaps

Dairy-free: Cheddar cheese → dairy-free cheese (for lactose intolerance or a dairy-free diet)

Full nutrition (estimated, per serving): 560 kcal · 70 g protein · 8 g net carbs · 30 g fat (13.5 g sat) · 3 g fiber · 7 g sugar · 930 mg sodium. Allergens: Milk, Egg. Macros are realistic estimates from standard food-composition values; brands and portions vary.

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