Description
This Creamy Spinach and Potato Breakfast Casserole is a savory, high-protein dish featuring lean ground turkey, fresh spinach, and grated potatoes baked to golden perfection. Ideal for a nutritious and satisfying breakfast, it combines wholesome ingredients with bold flavors like garlic, fresh sage, and chili powder for a comforting meal that’s ready in under 40 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, divided
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onions
- 8 ounces raw 99% lean ground turkey
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 3 ounces fresh baby spinach leaves
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh sage
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup fat free milk
- 2/3 cup grated raw potatoes, without skin
- 1/2 cup shredded low moisture Mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a small 3-cup casserole dish or an ovenproof skillet with nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- Sauté Onions and Brown Turkey: Heat 1/2 tablespoon olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onions and sauté for about 5 minutes until they become soft and fragrant. Add the ground turkey along with chili powder and onion powder. Cook, breaking the meat apart, until fully browned and cooked through. Transfer this mixture into a bowl and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic, Sage, and Spinach: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and reduce the heat to medium-low. Add minced garlic and fresh sage; sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until aromatic. Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted, approximately 2 minutes. Transfer this mixture to a separate bowl and set aside.
- Mix Eggs and Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and fat-free milk until well blended. Add the cooked turkey, sautéed spinach mixture, grated potatoes, and shredded Mozzarella cheese. Stir gently until all ingredients are thoroughly combined. Pour this mixture into the prepared casserole dish and top evenly with shredded Parmesan cheese.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and the casserole feels springy to the touch.
- Season and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and season with salt and pepper according to your taste. Serve warm and enjoy a hearty, flavorful breakfast.
Notes
- This breakfast casserole combines sausage flavors (via ground turkey), eggs, potatoes, spinach, and cheese for a protein-rich start to your day.
- Ready in about 40 minutes, it is a quick and easy recipe suited for busy mornings.
- You can swap the turkey for lean sausage or chicken for variety.
- Use freshly grated potatoes without skin for best texture and flavor.
- To make it dairy-free, substitute dairy milk and cheese with plant-based alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 270 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 175 mg
