12 Protein-Packed Egg Dinners to Try

Baked Eggs with Spinach and Mushrooms

Baked eggs with spinach and mushrooms are a delightful and nutritious protein-packed dish that's perfect for dinner.

Ingredients:

• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In an oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté mushrooms until golden.
3. Add spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted.
4. Pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine, then season with salt and pepper.
5. Make four small wells in the mixture and crack an egg into each.
6. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top and bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until eggs are set.

Egg-Stuffed Bell Peppers

Egg-stuffed bell peppers are an innovative way to enjoy eggs for dinner while adding a burst of color to your plate.

Ingredients:

• 4 large bell peppers, halved and seeded
• 8 large eggs
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Place bell pepper halves in a baking dish.
3. In a bowl, whisk eggs with salt, pepper, diced tomatoes, and chopped green onions.
4. Pour the egg mixture evenly into each pepper half.
5. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top and bake for 25-30 minutes until the eggs are set.

Shakshuka with Feta

Shakshuka with feta is a flavorful Middle Eastern dish featuring poached eggs in a spicy tomato sauce.

Ingredients:

• 5 large eggs
• 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 cup diced onions
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
2. Add crushed tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Make wells in the sauce and crack an egg into each well.
4. Sprinkle feta cheese over the top, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes until eggs are poached to desired doneness.

Egg and Quinoa Stuffed Avocados

Egg and quinoa stuffed avocados bring together creamy avocado, fluffy quinoa, and rich eggs for a filling meal.

Ingredients:

• 4 large eggs
• 2 ripe avocados
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Halve the avocados and remove the pits.
2. In a bowl, mix cooked quinoa with cherry tomatoes, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
3. Fill each avocado half with the quinoa mixture.
4. Poach or fry eggs to your preference and place one on top of each avocado half.

Thai Egg Curry

Thai egg curry offers a rich and aromatic dinner option with hard-boiled eggs simmered in a fragrant curry sauce.

Ingredients:

• 6 hard-boiled eggs
• 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon red curry paste
• 1/2 cup sliced onions
• 1/4 cup green peas
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Cooking method:

1. Heat oil in a pan, and sauté onions until soft.
2. Add red curry paste, stir for 2 minutes, then pour in coconut milk and fish sauce.
3. Bring to a simmer, add green peas and hard-boiled eggs.
4. Cook for 5-10 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and eggs are heated through.

Egg Fried Rice with Tofu

Egg fried rice with tofu is an easy-to-make, protein-rich dish that combines savory flavors and fluffy rice.

Ingredients:

• 3 large eggs, beaten
• 2 cups cooked rice
• 1 cup firm tofu, diced
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 green onions, sliced

Cooking method:

1. Heat sesame oil in a large pan and scramble the eggs.
2. Remove eggs and set aside; add tofu to the pan and cook until golden.
3. Add cooked rice, frozen peas, and soy sauce, stir-frying everything together.
4. Fold in the scrambled eggs and green onions just before serving.

Spanish Tortilla with Chorizo

Spanish tortilla with chorizo is a hearty dish combining potatoes, eggs, and spicy chorizo sausage.

Ingredients:

• 5 large eggs
• 2 cups thinly sliced potatoes
• 1/2 cup sliced chorizo
• 1 cup diced onions
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook potatoes and onions until soft.
2. Add chorizo to the pan and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
3. Beat eggs with salt and pepper, pour over the mixture in the skillet.
4. Cook on low heat until eggs are set, then carefully flip to cook the other side.

Eggplant and Egg Stir Fry

Eggplant and egg stir fry is a quick and nutritious meal that makes vegetables and protein the star of the dish.

Ingredients:

• 3 large eggs
• 2 medium eggplants, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes

Cooking method:

1. Heat sesame oil in a pan, and add garlic and chili flakes, cooking until fragrant.
2. Add diced eggplant and stir-fry until soft.
3. Push eggplant to the side, crack eggs in the center, and scramble.
4. Mix everything together, add soy sauce, and stir-fry for another 2 minutes.

Mediterranean Egg Salad

Mediterranean egg salad adds a twist to traditional egg salad with olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh herbs.

Ingredients:

• 6 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped Kalamata olives
• 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. In a large bowl, combine chopped eggs, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and parsley.
2. Add mayonnaise, salt, and pepper, mixing until well combined.
3. Chill before serving, and enjoy with whole-grain bread or crackers.

Eggs Benedict with Smoked Salmon

Eggs Benedict with smoked salmon is an elegant and rich dish that combines poached eggs, hollandaise sauce, and savory salmon.

Ingredients:

• 4 large eggs
• 2 English muffins, halved
• 4 slices smoked salmon
• 1/2 cup hollandaise sauce
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• Fresh dill for garnish

Cooking method:

1. Bring a pot of water with vinegar to a simmer and poach eggs to desired doneness.
2. Toast English muffins and top each half with a slice of smoked salmon.
3. Place a poached egg on top of the salmon, then drizzle hollandaise sauce over each.
4. Garnish with fresh dill and serve immediately.