A fluffy, filling, meal-prep friendly breakfast packed with protein, veggies, and flavor.
Ingredients (6 servings)
Base
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup egg whites (or 4 extra eggs instead)
- ½ cup milk (any kind or unsweetened almond milk)
- 1 cup cottage cheese (adds extra protein + creaminess)
Protein Add-ins
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, diced (or turkey/lean sausage)
- ½ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella
Vegetables
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- ½ cup bell pepper, diced
- ¼ cup onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup mushrooms (optional)
Seasoning
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning or dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs, egg whites, milk, and cottage cheese until smooth.
- Stir in chicken, vegetables, cheese, and seasonings.
- Pour mixture into baking dish evenly.
- Bake for 30–40 minutes, or until center is set and top is lightly golden.
- Let it cool for 5–10 minutes, then slice into squares.
Nutrition (approx per serving)
- High protein (about 25–35g per slice depending on add-ins)
- Low carb
- Rich in vitamins + calcium
Nut Info
- No nuts in the base recipe
- Nut-free friendly (safe for allergy-sensitive diets)
- Optional topping ideas:
- Almond flakes (crunchy topping)
- Sunflower seeds
- Chopped walnuts (for healthy fats)
Serving Ideas
- With avocado slices 🥑
- In breakfast wraps
- With hot sauce or salsa
- Meal prep for 3–4 days
Q&A
Can I make it without chicken?
Yes — replace with turkey, tuna, or extra cottage cheese.
Can I freeze it?
Yes — slice and freeze for up to 2 months.
Can I make it dairy-free?
Use dairy-free milk + skip cheese (or vegan cheese).
Why add cottage cheese?
It makes the casserole extra fluffy + boosts protein without changing taste much.
Pro Tip
For best texture, don’t overbake — remove when center is just set (it continues cooking slightly after oven).
