Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. So start your day off right with this Healthy One Pan Egg and Turkey Skillet Recipe.
It is also my favorite meal of the day. I love waking up, eating a big breakfast, and heading off on my day. However, some breakfasts can leave you feeling slow and tired.
This One-Pan Egg and Turkey Skillet is so easy to make and tastes delicious. I love to eat mine with avocados and topping it with salsa. My kids love to put Ketchup on theirs.
If you have busy mornings, this is your cure-all. You can make this One Pan Egg and Turkey Skillet ahead of time and enjoy it for the entire week.
It only requires a few simple, clean, and healthy ingredients. You are going to love how delicious and healthy it tastes.
You are welcome to add your favorite toppings, like a dollop of sour cream, a drizzle of hot sauce, or crispy bacon for flavor. This versatile recipe makes a great breakfast option because of its hearty and nutritious ingredients, which also makes getting out of bed in the morning easier.
Your weeknight dinners will look nicer when you serve Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet together because it’s a hearty and nutritious dish that the whole family will enjoy. It’s true that this recipe, being flavorful, easy to make, and flexible, is a great way to introduce healthier options without sacrificing taste. So grab a skillet and let your weeknight cooking reach new heights with this delectable combination of sweet potatoes, veggies, and ground turkey.
In this post, we’ll go over two amazing recipes for seasoning ground turkey to taste like sausage, making it ideal for your next breakfast scramble, patty, or sausage links. If you’re looking for a healthier substitute for sausage for breakfast, ground turkey is a great option, and with the right seasonings, it can taste just as delicious!
Recipe 1: Flavorful Ground Turkey for Breakfast
This is a quick and easy recipe from Joyful Homemaking that turns ground turkey into a tasty alternative to sausage.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 3/4 teaspoon ground sage
- 3/4 teaspoon thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon marjoram
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Pinch of ginger (optional)
- Clove of minced garlic (optional)
Instructions:
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
- Cook according to your recipe, whether it’s for breakfast scramble, patties, or sausage links.
Tips:
- For an even more sausage-like flavor, add a dash of liquid smoke to the mixture.
- You can also experiment with other spices, such as fennel seeds or paprika, to customize the flavor to your liking.
- If you have time, let the seasoned turkey rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before cooking to allow the flavors to meld.
Recipe 2: Homemade Turkey Breakfast Sausage
This recipe from Emily Bites is another fantastic option for making delicious turkey breakfast sausage,
Ingredients:
- 1 pound uncooked 99% lean ground turkey breast
- ¾ teaspoon ground sage
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground thyme
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried marjoram (or dried oregano)
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions:
- Combine all spices in a small dish and mix well.
- Place the ground turkey in a mixing bowl and add the spice mixture.
- Using clean hands or a fork, mix the spices into the ground turkey until well combined.
- If possible, cover and refrigerate for at least an hour, or overnight, so flavors can meld.
- To make patties: Divide the turkey mixture into eight balls, 2 ounces each. Press the balls into patties, about ½ inch thick. Mist a large griddle pan or skillet with cooking spray and bring over medium heat. When hot, place the patties on the pan in a single layer, not touching each other. Cook for 4-5 minutes and then flip. Cook on the other side for another 4-5 minutes until cooked through.
- To make crumbles: Mist a large skillet or sauté pan with cooking spray and bring over medium heat. Add the turkey mixture and cook, breaking it up into small chunks for 4-5 minutes until cooked through.
Tips:
- This recipe makes eight sausage patties, and each one is just 61 calories, 0 grams of carbs, 1 gram of fat, and 0 WW Points.
- You can also use this seasoned turkey to make breakfast burritos, omelets, an egg bake, or any other breakfast dish that calls for sausage.
- For a fun twist, try adding some chopped apple or fennel to the turkey mixture before cooking.
These two recipes will help you season ground turkey so it tastes just like sausage, which will make it a tasty and nutritious substitute for sausage in your morning meals. So give homemade sausage a try instead of buying it from the store; you’ll be pleasantly surprised at how simple and tasty it is!
Could I make One Pan Egg and Turkey Skillet using ground beef?
You could definitely make this recipe, using ground beef. However, since ground beef usually has a higher fat content, we recommend washing and draining the meat multiple times. I even rinse and drain my ground turkey.
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