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Delicious Mexican breakfast with enchiladas, salsa, coffee, and muffin at a restaurant setting.
Stovetop~35 minComplexity

Breakfast Enchiladas

Each Breakfast Enchilada provides 20g protein and 290 calories — a lighter option for hitting breakfast macros without excess calories. Batch-makes 8 servings on the stovetop in minimal time, letting you prep once and eat throughout the week. Portion-controlled and carb-balanced for post-workout recovery mornings.

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Ingredients

8 servings
  • Egg, Whole, Large
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • Olive oil(15g)

    Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.

  • Turkey Breakfast Sausage(454g)
  • Bell Pepper
  • Yellow Onion
  • Chili powder(5g)
  • Oregano, Dried(3g)
  • Cumin, Ground(3g)
  • Enchilada Sauce, Red, Canned
  • Flour Tortillas
  • Mexican Blend Cheese(360g)

    Pre-shredded Mexican blend cheese. Any store brand works.

Instructions

  1. 1Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Add the turkey breakfast sausage, breaking it into small pieces with a spoon, and cook for 5–7 minutes until browned and no longer pink. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate with a slotted spoon.
  2. 2Reduce heat to medium. Add the bell pepper, onion, chili powder, oregano, and ground cumin to the same skillet (add a drizzle more oil if dry). Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and translucent.
  3. 3In a medium bowl, beat the large eggs together. Return the cooked sausage to the skillet, pour in the eggs, and cook over medium-low heat for 1–2 minutes, stirring gently, until the eggs are nearly set but still appear slightly wet. Remove from heat.
  4. 4Spread a thin layer of the red enchilada sauce (about 1/4 cup) along the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  5. 5Lay each flour tortilla flat and fill with approximately 1/8 of the egg-sausage mixture. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish, arranged side by side.
  6. 6Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas. Sprinkle the Mexican blend cheese uniformly across the top.
  7. 7Cover with foil and bake at 375°F for 12–15 minutes until the sauce is hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
  8. 8Divide the breakfast enchiladas evenly into 8 airtight containers while hot, allowing to cool slightly before sealing. Refrigerate for up to 4 days; reheat in a 350°F oven for 8–10 minutes until warmed through.

Nutrition — Per Serving

290

calories

20g

protein

21g

fat

Carbohydrates
3g
Saturated fat
10.4g
Sodium
703 mg
Dietary fiber
0.4g

8 servings per batch · ~105g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Breakfast Enchiladas have per serving?

Each serving contains 20g of protein and 290 calories with 21g fat and 3g carbs. This is a low-carb breakfast option with modest protein that suits maintenance phases rather than aggressive protein targets.

How long does Breakfast Enchiladas take to prep?

Marked as quick prep and batch-cooks 8 servings on the stovetop, making it ideal for prepping an entire week of breakfasts in one session. All eight portions can be stored and reheated throughout the week.

Is Breakfast Enchiladas good for fat loss?

At 290 calories and 20g protein per serving with only 3g carbs, this recipe is well-suited for fat loss phases where low-carb breakfast options support stable morning energy. The moderate fat (21g) and caloric density make it sustainable on a deficit.

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