A High Protein, Make Ahead Breakfast for Busy Mornings

Busy mornings don’t always leave much time for a well-rounded breakfast, which is why I love having something quick, delicious, and ready to go. These Healthy Breakfast Turkey Muffins are one of my favorite make-ahead recipes for those mornings when the to-do list starts before you’ve even had your coffee! They’re especially perfect for fall, when schedules seem to pick back up and cozy, comforting breakfasts sound even better. Made with a handful of wholesome ingredients and packed with protein, these muffins are warm, satisfying, and incredibly easy to meal prep. Simply make a batch at the beginning of the week, store them in the fridge, and pop a few in the microwave whenever you need a quick breakfast.

These Breakfast Turkey Muffins have been a family favorite since my daughter was in middle school, and she still loves them to this day! Whether you’re heading out the door for work, getting the kids ready for school, or settling into a crisp fall morning at home, they make it easy to enjoy a nourishing breakfast without adding another thing to your morning routine.

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Breakfast Turkey Muffins

An easy, delicious, and healthy breakfast recipe for busy mornings or on-the-go meals!  

Servings 8 pieces

Author Chef Tiffany Blackmon

Ingredients

• 1 Lb. 99% lean ground turkey
• 3 egg whites, beaten
• 1 cup quick-cooking oats,  uncooked
• 1 1.5 oz package meatloaf seasoning mix
• ½ tsp Kosher salt
• ½ tsp coarse ground black pepper
• 1 10 oz can can diced tomatoes & green chilies, drained
• ½ cup chopped onion
• ½ cup chopped bell pepper
• Non-stick cooking spray

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350°
• In a medium sized bowl, gently mix turkey, egg whites, oats, meatloaf seasoning mix, salt, and pepper. Add diced tomatoes & green chilies, onion and bell pepper, and mix thoroughly.
• Gently form into balls the size of a racquetball, approximately 3 ounces. Place in a regular-size muffin pan sprayed with non-stick cooking spray.
• Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°.

Notes

Tiffy’s Tips

• Add 1 Tbsp. fresh cilantro for added flavor.
• Add chopped garlic for added flavor.
• When mixing the ingredients and forming the muffins I like to use these disposable food-safe cooking gloves.
• Make sure not over mix as this creates a tough turkey muffin.
• I love to serve turkey muffins with ketchup!
• You can line the muffin tin with reusable muffin liners for easy clean-up.
• Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator. Reheat in the microwave on high for 45 seconds.