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Healthy Breakfast Ideas: Chicken Sausage Frittata
Start your day with this protein-packed, cheesy frittata loaded with vegetables and chicken sausage, perfect for a nutritious breakfast.
Ingredients
Eggs and Dairy
- 4 large eggs
- 4 large egg whites
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 0.25 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
Vegetables
- 0.5 cup chopped yellow onion
- 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Meat
- 6 ounces cooked chicken sausage, sliced ((about 170g))
Optional garnish
- 1 handful fresh arugula
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (191°C).
- Whisk eggs, egg whites, milk, salt, and pepper; stir in cheese. Set aside.
- Cook onion, bell pepper, and garlic in olive oil for 5 minutes. Add sausage and cook 3 more minutes.
- Pour egg mixture over vegetables and sausage; cook 5 minutes until edges set.
- Bake in oven for 22–26 minutes until puffed and center is set. Cool 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with arugula if desired.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Let the frittata cool slightly before slicing to ensure clean cuts.