High Protein Broccoli Breakfast Bars

Are you looking for a nutritious and delicious breakfast option that will keep you energized throughout the day? High protein broccoli breakfast bars might just be the answer. These bars are not only packed with protein but also incorporate the goodness of broccoli, making them a perfect choice for a healthy start to your morning.

These breakfast bars are a delightful combination of pre-cooked chicken sausage, fresh broccoli florets, and a mix of seasonings like sea salt, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. The addition of oat flour and baking powder helps in binding the ingredients together, while shredded cheddar cheese adds a creamy texture and rich flavor. Eggs play a crucial role in providing the necessary protein and ensuring the bars are soft and fluffy.

Preparing these high protein broccoli breakfast bars is straightforward and quick. Begin by sautéing the chicken sausage and broccoli in a pan with olive or avocado oil until the broccoli is tender and the sausage is slightly crisp. After allowing the mixture to cool, whisk eggs in a large bowl, then incorporate the spices, oat flour, and baking powder. Fold in the broccoli and sausage mixture and transfer everything to a lined baking dish.

Once baked, allow the breakfast bars to cool slightly before slicing them. These bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to five days, making them a convenient option for meal prep. Enjoy them as a quick breakfast on busy mornings or as a protein-packed snack any time of the day.Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive or avocado oil
• 8 pre-cooked chicken sausage breakfast links, sliced into coins (I used these)
• 3 cups broccoli, cut into small florets
• 3/4 tsp sea salt, divided
• 1/2 tsp black pepper, divided
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 8 eggs
• 1/3 cup oat flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Instructions

Pour the mixture into your lined baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top. Bake for 27-30 minutes, until center is set. Allow to slightly cool before slicing- leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Heat a large pan over medium heat with the oil. Once hot, add the chicken sausage and the broccoli. Season with 1/2 tsp sea salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, plus the onion powder and garlic powder. Cook, stirring occasionally, until broccoli is tender and chicken sausage is slightly crisped, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8×8″ baking dish with parchment paper.

In a large bowl, whisk the eggs. Stir in 1/2 tsp sea salt, 1/4 tsp pepper, the oat flour, the baking powder, and 1/2 cup of the cheese. Fold in the broccoli and chicken sausage mixture.