Why make this recipe
This High Protein Breakfast Bowls recipe gives a quick, filling meal that keeps you full for hours. It uses simple ingredients and cooks fast. If you want more protein for energy or muscle recovery, this bowl works well. For more breakfast ideas that focus on protein, see this high protein breakfast items guide.
This bowl mixes eggs, bacon, cheese, avocado, and hash browns for a hearty start. You can make it in under 20 minutes. It fits meal prep and busy mornings. Learn other easy high protein meal ideas in this collection of simple high-protein dinners.
How to make High Protein Breakfast Bowls
This section shows how to put the bowls together step by step. Follow the Directions below and use the Ingredients list to prep. For a different cooked-egg option you can try a tortilla egg bake style that also packs protein.
Ingredients :
6 eggs, 3 slices bacon, chopped, 1 tablespoon butter, ½ cup shredded cheese, ¼ cup chopped tomatoes, 2 green onions, thinly sliced, 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, 1 small ripe avocado, sliced, 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or sour cream, 2 hash brown patties, Salsa or hot sauce for serving, Salt and pepper to taste
Directions :
- Cook chopped bacon in skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Bake hash browns according to package instructions or air fry at 400°F for 8-10 minutes.
- Whisk eggs with salt and pepper. Scramble in skillet with butter 2-3 minutes until done. Add cheese if desired.
- Divide eggs between bowls. Top with bacon, avocado, Greek yogurt, green onions, tomatoes, and cilantro. Serve with optional salsa or hot sauce.
How to serve High Protein Breakfast Bowls
Serve warm in bowls. Place hash browns on the side or under the eggs. Add salsa or hot sauce for heat. You can serve extra Greek yogurt for creaminess. For quick meal prep serving tips, see this high protein breakfast items guide.
How to store High Protein Breakfast Bowls
Cool bowls to room temperature before storing. Put in airtight containers and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in a microwave for 1-2 minutes or warm in a skillet. For recipes that store and reheat well, check this slow cooker protein idea.
Tips to make High Protein Breakfast Bowls
- Use low-sodium bacon or turkey bacon to cut salt.
- Make hash browns in an air fryer for crisp texture.
- Prep toppings (tomato, green onion, cilantro) the night before.
- Swap Greek yogurt for sour cream if you prefer a milder taste.
Variation (if any)
- Make it vegetarian: omit bacon and add black beans or extra cheese.
- Make it spicy: add jalapeño or hot salsa.
- Make it baked: bake eggs in ramekins over hash browns for a hands-off option.
FAQs
Q: Can I use egg whites instead of whole eggs?
A: Yes. Use egg whites to cut fat and keep protein high. Cook the same way.
Q: How long will the bowls last in the fridge?
A: They stay good for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Q: Can I freeze these bowls?
A: Freezing can change texture. You can freeze cooked eggs and hash browns, but thaw and reheat gently.
Q: Is this recipe good for meal prep?
A: Yes. Cook eggs and bacon, store in containers, and add fresh avocado and yogurt when serving.
Conclusion
These High Protein Breakfast Bowls are fast, filling, and easy to change to fit your taste. For more recipes and ideas that follow this bowl style, try this high protein egg and hashbrown breakfast bowls guide, this high protein baked egg bowls recipe, this easy high protein breakfast bowls meal-prep post, a breakfast burrito bowl idea for a different flavor, and this microwave breakfast bowls recipe for fast reheating.
High Protein Breakfast Bowls
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 3 slices bacon, chopped Use low-sodium or turkey bacon to reduce salt.
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ½ cup shredded cheese Use any cheese of your choice.
- ¼ cup chopped tomatoes
- 2 pieces green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 small ripe avocado, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or sour cream Greek yogurt gives a creamier taste.
- 2 pieces hash brown patties Can use air fryer for crispiness.
- to taste salsa or hot sauce Optional for serving.
- to taste Salt and pepper Season as desired.
Instructions
Cooking
- Cook chopped bacon in skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Bake hash browns according to package instructions or air fry at 400°F for 8-10 minutes.
- Whisk eggs with salt and pepper. Scramble in skillet with butter for 2-3 minutes until done. Add cheese if desired.
- Divide eggs between bowls. Top with bacon, avocado, Greek yogurt, green onions, tomatoes, and cilantro. Serve with optional salsa or hot sauce.