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Cozy Loaded Breakfast Skillet Recipe with Sausage Eggs and Peppers Made Easy

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A hearty and comforting breakfast skillet featuring sausage, eggs, and bell peppers, perfect for quick and satisfying mornings.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces breakfast sausage (links sliced or loose ground)
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced finely
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1–2 tablespoons olive oil (or avocado oil)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Small handful fresh parsley or chives, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar or pepper jack cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Dice the bell peppers and onion into small, uniform pieces (about 1/2 inch). Mince the garlic.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add the sausage and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and crispy on the edges, breaking into bite-sized pieces. Remove sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving rendered fat in the skillet.
  3. Add diced onion and bell peppers to the same skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and slightly caramelized. Add minced garlic during the last 1-2 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle smoked paprika, salt, and pepper over the veggies and stir to combine.
  5. Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and mix everything together. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Push the sausage and veggies to the sides of the skillet to create wells. Crack the eggs gently into the wells. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 3-5 minutes depending on desired yolk firmness (4 minutes for creamy, softly set eggs).
  7. If using cheese, sprinkle it over the eggs during the last minute of cooking and replace the lid to melt.
  8. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley or chives, and serve warm directly from the skillet.

Notes

Use medium heat to avoid burning and ensure even caramelization. Remove sausage before cooking veggies to prevent overcrowding. Cover skillet when cooking eggs to keep them tender and silky. Optional additions include diced potatoes, cheese, or fresh herbs. For vegetarian option, substitute sausage with plant-based crumbles or roasted mushrooms.

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