Sausage and Spinach Skillet
A hearty one-pan breakfast featuring savory sausage, wilted spinach, and perfectly runny eggs, all cooked to golden perfection. This american-inspired keto ready in about 25 minutes pairs cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage, olive oil, fresh spinach for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 oz, cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups, fresh spinach
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 8 oz cooked crumbled sausage and cook 2 minutes to warm through.
- Step 2: Add 2 cups fresh spinach to the skillet, stirring until wilted completely, about 2-3 minutes.
- Step 3: Push sausage and spinach to one side of the skillet, creating a well in the center. Crack 4 large eggs into the well.
- Step 4: Season eggs with 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp garlic powder.
- Step 5: Cover skillet with a lid and cook 3-4 minutes until egg whites are set but yolks remain runny, checking once to avoid overcooking.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sausage and Spinach Skillet take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sausage and Spinach Skillet?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sausage and Spinach Skillet?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sausage and Spinach Skillet for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Sausage and Spinach Skillet?
American keto like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
