These Cheesy Chicken Sausage Muffins are the perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack. Packed with protein from the eggs and chicken sausage, and filled with veggies like carrots and onions, these muffins are both nutritious and satisfying. The melted mozzarella cheese adds a creamy richness, making each bite deliciously savory. Easy to make and convenient to store, these muffins are great for meal prep or a quick, hearty snack any time of day.
Ingredients
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese (or cheddar cheese)
6 eggs
1 medium carrot, grated
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 chicken sausage, sliced
4 tbsp milk
Scallions, chopped
Olive oil
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Directions:
Prepare the Ingredients:
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a muffin tin with olive oil or non-stick spray.
Grate the carrot, finely chop the onion, slice the chicken sausage, and chop the scallions.
Cook the Vegetables and Sausage:
Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and grated carrot. Cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until lightly browned, about 2-3 minutes.
Prepare the Egg Mixture:
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Stir in the cooked vegetables and sausage.
Fill the Muffin Tin:
Pour the egg mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly on top of each muffin.
Bake the Muffins:
Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the muffins are set and lightly golden on top.
Serve:
Allow the muffins to cool slightly before removing them from the tin.
Garnish with chopped scallions and serve warm.
Preparation Time
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes
