BreakfastMexicanHigh ProteinQuickBudget Friendly
Spinach Chicken Breakfast Scramble
A protein-rich scramble with chicken, spinach, green onion, and cheddar.
- Calories
- 445
- Protein
- 39g
- Carbs
- 12g
- Fat
- 26g
Per serving
Ingredients
For 4 servings · 16 min total
- egg8
- cooked chicken breastshredded8 oz
- fresh spinach4 cup
- green onionthinly sliced4
- shredded cheddar2 oz
- canola oil4 tsp
- kosher salt1/2 tsp
- black pepper1/2 tsp
Instructions
- 1Thinly slice the green onion. Beat the eggs with the salt and pepper. Pat the chicken dry if needed; season it lightly with salt and pepper before heating.
- 2Warm the canola oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and green onion and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the onion is softened and the chicken is hot; transfer them to a plate.
- 3Add the spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes, until wilted. Pour in the eggs and gently stir until softly set and the eggs reach 160F (71C).
- 4Return the chicken mixture to the skillet, sprinkle with cheddar, and stir until the cheese melts. Taste and adjust the seasoning before serving.
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