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Easy Savory Turkey Sausage Veggie Breakfast Skillet

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A quick, hearty, and flavorful breakfast skillet featuring lean turkey sausage and fresh veggies, perfect for busy mornings or casual family breakfasts.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces turkey sausage, sliced or crumbled
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced
  • ½ cup diced yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach (loosely packed)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 large eggs (optional)

Instructions

  1. Dice the bell peppers, zucchini, and onion into roughly ½-inch pieces. Mince the garlic and slice or crumble the turkey sausage.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Warm for about 1 minute until shimmering.
  3. Add the turkey sausage to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
  4. Add the diced onions and minced garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes until onions are translucent and fragrant.
  5. Stir in the bell peppers and zucchini. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring every minute, until veggies are tender but still slightly crisp.
  6. Sprinkle smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper over the mixture. Stir well to combine.
  7. Add the fresh spinach last. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes until just wilted. Cover briefly if needed to speed wilting.
  8. If using eggs, push the sausage and veggies to one side of the skillet and crack 4 eggs into the empty space. Cover and cook for 3-5 minutes until eggs reach desired doneness.
  9. Give everything a final stir if not using eggs, or plate carefully if eggs are on top. Adjust salt and pepper to taste and serve.

Notes

Keep heat at medium to medium-high to avoid burning veggies or undercooking sausage. Add a splash of olive oil if pan gets dry. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure proper browning. For dairy-free, skip cheese toppings. For vegetarian, substitute turkey sausage with plant-based sausage or sautéed mushrooms.

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