Harissa Turkey Sausage & Egg Shakshuka Skillet – 35-Min Protein Power Breakfast

This viral Pinterest breakfast combines smoky harissa-spiced turkey sausage with runny eggs in a chunky tomato-pepper sauce. Ready in 35 minutes, it delivers 25g protein per serving using minimal ingredients. Perfect for meal prep or weekend brunch with crusty bread!

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 35 minutes

Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground turkey
• 1 tbsp harissa paste (plus extra for garnish)
• 1 yellow onion (diced)
• 1 red bell pepper (julienned)
• 3 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 can (28oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
• 4 large eggs
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add turkey and harissa paste, breaking meat into crumbles. Cook 5-7 minutes until browned.
2. Stir in onion, bell pepper, garlic, smoked paprika, and cumin. Sauté 5 minutes until vegetables soften.
3. Add tomatoes with juices and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Create 4 small wells in the sauce using a spoon. Crack eggs into each well.
5. Cover pan and reduce heat to low. Cook 6-8 minutes until egg whites set but yolks remain runny.
6. Remove from heat. Top with parsley and additional harissa drizzle.
7. Serve immediately directly from skillet with whole-grain pita or crusty bread.
8. Optional: Sprinkle with feta cheese for extra protein boost.

Chef's Note

For crispy turkey texture, press sausage into a thin layer when browning before crumbling. Test harissa heat level first—mild varieties work best for families.

Make-Ahead Tips

Store sauce (without eggs) in fridge 3 days. Reheat and add fresh eggs before serving.

Substitutions

Ground chicken for turkey; canned crushed tomatoes for diced; chili flakes if harissa unavailable.