Description
A quick and protein-packed breakfast option that’s low in carbs and full of delicious flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken (or beef, turkey, or plant-based protein)
- 1 packet taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 3 cups cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen)
- 4 cups romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 1 large avocado (diced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 0.5 cup red onion (finely diced)
- 1 cup Mexican cheese blend (shredded)
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 0.5 cup sugar-free salsa
- 0.25 cup full-fat sour cream
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 whole jalapeño (minced, adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground chicken. Cook for about 5-6 minutes until lightly browned.
- Drain excess fat and add the taco seasoning along with 2-3 tablespoons of water. Stir constantly for 2 minutes.
- Let it chill for about 5 minutes.
- If using frozen cauliflower rice, microwave for 4-5 minutes. For fresh, sauté in a skillet for 3-4 minutes.
- In serving bowls, layer chopped romaine, followed by cauliflower rice, seasoned protein, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, Mexican cheese, and cilantro.
- Top with sour cream, salsa, minced jalapeño, and a squeeze of lime juice.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg