Breakfast for 4
Chicken Egg White Muffins
Grilled seasoned chicken, firm egg whites, cheddar, and toasted muffins make a filling breakfast sandwich.
$10.80for 4 servings
$2.70 per serving$10.80 for 4
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- 45 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 4servings as written
- $$typical cost tier
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken breast, boneless$3.49/lb typical | 1 lb | $3.49Typical price |
| Pickles and olives$0.18/oz typical | 2.5 oz | $0.45Typical price |
| Lemons and limes$0.60 each typical | 1 | $0.60Typical price |
| Eggs$0.30 each typical | 7.25 | $2.19Typical price |
| Bagels, English muffins, croissants$0.70 each typical | 4 | $2.80Typical price |
| Cheddar and shredded cheese$0.30/oz typical | 3 oz | $0.90Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $10.80 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Dried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Olive and cooking oilSalt and pepper
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup pickle juice
- 1 lemon
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups egg whites
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 4 light multi-grain english muffins
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
Steps
- Mix the pickle juice, lemon juice, onion powder, and garlic powder in a shallow dish, then marinate the chicken for 15 minutes.
- Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high and oil it lightly.
- Grill the chicken for 5 to 7 minutes per side, until it reaches 165 F, then rest for 5 minutes.
- Pour the egg whites with salt into a greased 10-inch skillet over medium-low heat and cook until firm, about 6 minutes.
- Toast the English muffins and place cheddar on the hot halves to melt.
- Slice the chicken and fill the muffins with chicken and egg whites.
Swaps
- Chicken breast, boneless for Chicken thighs, bone-in or bonelessabout $1.20/lb less at typical prices
- Cheddar and shredded cheese for Mozzarellaabout the same price
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