Quick & Savory Easy Skillet Dinner (Keto, One-Pan & Budget-Friendly!)
Get dinner on the table in a flash with this Quick & Savory Easy Skillet Dinner! Hearty ground sausage is browned with crisp coleslaw mix, then scrambled eggs are added to create a simple, satisfying, and incredibly quick one-pan meal. It’s naturally low-carb, high-protein, gluten-free, and perfect for busy weeknights!
Yields: 4 servings Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 15-20 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds ground sausage (such as Jimmy Dean pork sausage, breakfast sausage, or Italian sausage; KETO NOTE: Check for no added sugar or fillers)
- 1 (14-16 ounce) bag coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots)
- 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
- Optional: 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil (if sausage is very lean)
- Salt and black pepper to taste (optional, if sausage is well-seasoned)
Optional Keto-Friendly Sauces & Garnishes:
- Yum Yum Sauce (KETO NOTE: Use a sugar-free or homemade keto version)
- Sugar-free sriracha mayo
- Chopped fresh cilantro or green onions
- Dash of sesame oil (for Asian-inspired flavor)
Equipment:
- Large, deep skillet (at least 10-12 inches)
- Spatula or wooden spoon
Instructions:
- Brown Sausage: Place your large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. If your sausage is very lean, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil or avocado oil.
- Add the ground sausage to the skillet. Break it up with a spatula and cook until it is fully browned and cooked through, with no pink remaining.
- Optional: Drain any excess grease from the cooked sausage, leaving about 1-2 tablespoons for flavor if desired.
- Add Coleslaw Mix: Add the entire bag of coleslaw mix to the skillet with the cooked sausage.
- Stir well to combine the coleslaw mix with the sausage. Continue to cook for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage begins to soften and wilt.
- Add Eggs: Pour the lightly beaten eggs over the sausage and coleslaw mixture in the skillet.
- Continue to cook, stirring gently, for 2-4 minutes, or until the eggs are scrambled and cooked through. Mix well to ensure the eggs are evenly distributed throughout the dish.
- Season & Serve: Taste the mixture and season with salt and black pepper if needed (the sausage may provide enough seasoning).
- Remove from heat. Serve hot and top with your favorite keto-friendly sauce, such as sugar-free Yum Yum sauce, sriracha mayo, or a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
Tips for Success:
- Sausage Choice: Ensure your ground sausage is a low-carb variety with no added sugars or fillers. Read labels carefully.
- Coleslaw Mix: The bag typically contains shredded cabbage and carrots. While carrots have some carbs, the amount per serving in coleslaw mix is usually negligible for keto.
- Don’t Overcook Veggies: Cook the coleslaw mix until just tender-crisp; avoid overcooking to prevent sogginess.
- Keto-Friendly Sauce: This is crucial! Many commercial sauces (like standard Yum Yum sauce) are loaded with sugar. Seek out specific sugar-free/keto versions or make your own.
- Customization: Add a dash of garlic powder, onion powder, or a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
Storage: Store any leftover Easy Skillet Dinner in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or a skillet on the stovetop.
Recipe Analysis & Dietary Classification
- High Protein: Yes, this recipe is very high in protein from the ground sausage and eggs.
- Low-Carb: Yes, this recipe is very low-carb, provided the ground sausage and any added sauces are sugar-free.
- Keto: Yes, this recipe is keto-friendly, with the following crucial ingredient checks:
- Ground Sausage: Must be a low-carb/sugar-free variety.
- Coleslaw Mix: Generally fine, as carrots are low in carbs in this quantity.
- Sauce: Absolutely critical! Any sauce used (e.g., Yum Yum sauce) must be sugar-free and keto-friendly. Standard sauces are high in sugar.
- Gluten-Free: Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free, provided the ground sausage and any added sauces are certified gluten-free.
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