Sausage-Stuffed Eggs with Chive Crust

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-09 · Updated 2026-04-09

Eggs filled with savory sausage and herbs, topped with a delicate chive crust for a protein-packed breakfast that’s ready in minutes. This American-inspired keto recipe (high-protein), ready in about 14 minutes, pairs eggs, ground pork sausage, chives for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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

• 4 large eggs
• 3 oz ground pork sausage
• 1 tbsp finely chopped chives
• 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1/8 tsp sea salt
• 1/16 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Gently crack 4 large eggs into a small bowl, being careful not to break yolks. Set aside.
2. Step 2: Heat 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 3 oz ground pork sausage and cook for 4 minutes, breaking into small crumbles with a spoon until browned and cooked through.
3. Step 3: Add 1 tbsp chopped chives to the sausage and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Create 4 small indentations in the skillet with the back of a spoon, then carefully place each egg into an indentation. Sprinkle with 1/8 tsp sea salt and 1/16 tsp black pepper.
5. Step 5: Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 4 minutes over medium-low heat until egg whites are set but yolks remain runny, or cook longer for firmer yolks.
6. Step 6: Slide eggs onto a plate, garnish with extra chives, and serve immediately.