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Start your day with a burst of flavor and nutrition with the Spicy Sunrise: Green Chili Turkey Breakfast Skillet. This dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also fuels your body with wholesome ingredients, making it an ideal breakfast option for anyone seeking a healthy and satisfying meal. As a one-skillet dish, it offers the added benefit of easy preparation and cleanup, allowing you to enjoy a hearty breakfast without the hassle of multiple pans and utensils.

Green Chili Turkey Breakfast Skillet

Kickstart your mornings with the Spicy Sunrise: Green Chili Turkey Breakfast Skillet, a delicious and nutritious meal that's perfect for busy days or relaxed brunches. Featuring lean ground turkey, vibrant veggies, and zesty green chilies, this one-skillet dish is packed with protein and essential vitamins to energize your day. Easy to prepare and customizable, it’s the ideal way to enjoy a flavorful breakfast without the fuss of multiple pans. Make your mornings exciting with this hearty skillet!
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Ingredients
  

1 lb ground turkey

1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies, drained

1 medium onion, diced

1 red bell pepper, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp smoked paprika

½ tsp salt (or to taste)

½ tsp black pepper (or to taste)

4 large eggs

1 cup fresh spinach, chopped

2 tbsp olive oil

¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese, for topping

Fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish

Instructions
 

Preheat Your Skillet: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for about 4-5 minutes, or until they become soft and translucent.

    Brown the Turkey: Push the veggies to one side of the skillet. In the empty space, add the ground turkey. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula and stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes.

      Season the Mixture: Stir in the minced garlic, diced green chilies, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

        Add Spinach: Stir in the chopped fresh spinach and cook until it wilts, about 1-2 minutes. Once combined, ensure the turkey mixture is spread evenly across the skillet.

          Create Wells for the Eggs: Use the back of a spoon to create four wells in the turkey mixture.

            Crack the Eggs: Carefully crack an egg into each well. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still runny. For firmer yolks, cook a few minutes longer.

              Finish and Serve: Once the eggs are cooked to your liking, remove from heat. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and cover for 1-2 minutes until melted. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.

                Enjoy: Serve hot directly from the skillet, paired with tortilla chips or warm tortillas if desired.

                  Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4