Sautéed Mushroom and Spinach Scrambled Eggs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-21 · Updated 2026-04-21

Fluffy scrambled eggs cooked with earthy mushrooms and fresh spinach, finished with a hint of garlic and chives for a simple, protein-rich breakfast. This American-inspired recipe (low-carb, high-protein), ready in about 25 minutes, combines eggs, spinach, mushrooms into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. 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
• 2 cups packed spinach
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 clove minced garlic
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 oz cooked, diced chicken
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until melted. Add 1/4 cup finely chopped onion and 1 clove minced garlic, sautéing for 2 minutes until softened and fragrant.
2. Step 2: Add 1 cup sliced mushrooms and cook for 4 minutes until they release moisture and begin to brown.
3. Step 3: Stir in 2 cups packed spinach and cook for 1 minute until wilted.
4. Step 4: In a bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Add 1 tbsp butter to the skillet and swirl to melt, then pour in the egg mixture.
5. Step 5: Gently stir with a spatula until eggs are set but still moist, about 3-4 minutes.
6. Step 6: Add 2 oz diced cooked chicken and 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese to the eggs, stirring until cheese melts and chicken is heated through.
7. Step 7: Garnish with 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives and serve immediately.