Imagine waking up to a sizzling skillet that promises to transform your ordinary morning routine into a gourmet breakfast experience. This Breakfast Skillet with Spinach, Mushrooms, and Goat Cheese isn't just a meal—it's a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and kickstart your day with a burst of flavor and nutrition. In just 35 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-worthy dish that looks as incredible as it tastes, proving that healthy breakfast can be both delicious and Instagram-worthy!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup goat cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing spinach thoroughly, slicing mushrooms uniformly, and cracking eggs into a small bowl.
- Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet or non-stick pan over medium heat, ensuring even oil distribution across the cooking surface.
- Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until they release moisture and become golden brown, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- Introduce fresh spinach to the skillet, cooking for 1-2 minutes until leaves wilt and reduce in volume, mixing gently with mushrooms.
- Create four small wells in the vegetable mixture, carefully crack an egg into each designated space, maintaining separation between eggs.
- Season the entire skillet with salt and freshly ground black pepper, distributing seasoning evenly across eggs and vegetables.
- Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 4-5 minutes, allowing eggs to set but keeping yolks slightly runny, monitoring closely to prevent overcooking.
- Once eggs reach desired doneness, sprinkle crumbled goat cheese across the skillet, allowing it to slightly melt from residual heat.
- Remove skillet from heat, let rest for 1-2 minutes to allow flavors to meld and cheese to soften.
- Serve immediately directly from the skillet, ensuring each portion contains an egg, vegetables, and goat cheese.
Tips
- Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients—they make all the difference in this simple yet elegant dish.
- Use a cast-iron skillet if possible, as it provides even heat distribution and creates a beautiful golden crust on mushrooms.
- Watch your heat carefully when cooking eggs—medium heat prevents burning and ensures perfectly runny yolks.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of fresh herbs like thyme or chives before serving.
- Prep all ingredients beforehand to ensure smooth, stress-free cooking.
- Don't overcrowd the pan—this helps vegetables caramelize instead of steam.
- Let the skillet rest briefly after cooking to allow flavors to meld and cheese to soften naturally.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 20g
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 370mg
