Katelyn's Southwest Breakfast Skillet Recipe

Start your week off right with this delicious and adaptable Southwest Breakfast Skillet! This gluten-free, wheat-free, and egg-free recipe is perfect for meal prepping. Easily customize it to be lactose-free by swapping cheddar for goat cheese or soy cheese. A hearty and flavorful skillet packed with savory sausage, peppers, and potatoes, ready to heat and enjoy all week long! Perfect for a quick and satisfying breakfast or brunch.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 191.1 kcal
Protein 23g
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Ingredients for Katelyn's Southwest Breakfast Skillet

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How to Make Katelyn's Southwest Breakfast Skillet

  1. Slice 1 pound of sausage into bite-sized pieces and fry in a large skillet over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, or until cooked through.
  2. Remove sausages from the skillet. Add 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped, and 2 medium potatoes, diced, to the skillet. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are slightly browned.
  3. Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and stir to combine.
  4. Season generously with salt, pepper, chili powder (1 teaspoon), cumin (1/2 teaspoon), and smoked paprika (1/4 teaspoon).
  5. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese (or substitute goat cheese or soy cheese) evenly over the skillet. Cover with a lid and cook until the cheese is melted and bubbly (approximately 2-3 minutes).
  6. Sprinkle 1/4 cup chopped green onions over the skillet. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

7g

Carbs

10g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Katelyn's Southwest Breakfast Skillet?

Katelyn's Southwest Breakfast Skillet takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Katelyn's Southwest Breakfast Skillet?

Katelyn's Southwest Breakfast Skillet has approximately 191.1 calories per serving, with about 23 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 4 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Katelyn's Southwest Breakfast Skillet?

The key ingredients for Katelyn's Southwest Breakfast Skillet are Green Pepper, Red Pepper, Potatoes, Light Cheddar Cheese, Turkey Breakfast Sausage, Green Onions. See the full list with measurements above.

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