An Easy & Protein-Packed Back to School Breakfast
We’ve heard it a thousand times… “breakfast is the most important meal of the day”! With school back in session, we’re back to busy mornings being the norm. Even on the busiest of mornings, it’s so important to begin the day with a healthy meal that fuels your body for the day ahead. Introducing my Breakfast Turkey Muffins… this long-standing family favorite will be your new busy morning bestie!
These Turkey Muffins are a staple in our home. They’re healthy, packed with protein, delicious, and so easily prepared, then grab and go! I bake a batch at the beginning of the week and microwave in the mornings for a quick and satisfying breakfast (or even a convenient midday snack). Combining oats, colorful veggies, and lean ground turkey that’s seasoned to perfection, these are a simple, guilt-free treat that will delight your taste buds and streamline your morning routine. Enjoy!
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Breakfast Turkey Muffins
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 diced tomatoes & green chilies drained
- ½ cup chopped onion
- ½ cup chopped bell pepper
- non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°
- 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 which should be approximately 3 ounces. Place in a regular-size muffin pan sprayed with non-stick cooking spray.
- Bake for 40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°.
Notes
- Add 1 tbsp. fresh cilantro for added flavor.
- Add chopped garlic for added flavor.
- I love to pair these turkey muffins with ketchup!
- You can also line the muffin tin with reusable muffin tins for easy clean-up.
- Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator. Reheat in the microwave on high for 45 seconds.
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