This high-protein breakfast bowl is a hearty combination of seasoned potatoes, shaved steak, and soft scrambled eggs. It’ll keep you full and energized throughout the morning!

Make-Ahead Breakfast Bowls with veggies and herbs.

I love making these breakfast bowls ahead of time so they’re always ready to go. We’re a busy family, so meal prepping a high-protein breakfast that keeps us full for hours has been a gamechanger. It makes our lives so much easier (and a little less chaotic lol). According to my son Ethan, this is the top breakfast he’s ever had and probably the best thing he ate this month. After hearing that kind of review, I knew I had to share the recipe for these breakfast bowls! Even though it’s so simple, I hope it inspires you to prep ahead of time and make your mornings easier.

How To Make Breakfast Bowls

Anyone can make these breakfast bowls in four easy steps. Seriously, get your kids involved and have some fun with the process!

  • Roast the potatoes: Preheat the oven to 450°F. Toss the diced potatoes with the oil and za’atar, then spread them on a sheet pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Cook the steak: Heat a skillet on medium-high, then add the chopped steak and cook until it is browned, breaking it apart. Stir in the taco seasoning and cook for another minute.
  • Scramble the eggs: Whisk the eggs and heavy cream together. Melt the butter in a skillet (I’m convinced that this is the best one out there) over medium-low heat, then add the eggs and stir gently until they are cooked. Season with salt.
  • Put it all together: Divide the potatoes, steak, and eggs evenly into four containers.

Tips For the Best Breakfast Bowls

Building the perfect breakfast bowl starts with tender steak, crispy potatoes, and soft eggs. After that, the personalized touches are all up to you!

  • Use the right potatoes and steak. I recommend Russet or Yukon gold potatoes because they hold their shape well and offer a crisp exterior. If you can’t get your hands on shaved steak (I get mine at Trader Joe’s), thinly slice a ribeye, sirloin, or flank steak against the grain.
  • Cook the eggs gently. To keep the eggs soft, stir them gently over medium-low heat and take the skillet off the heat while they still look a bit wet — they’ll continue cooking with the residual heat.
  • Add your favorite toppings. Top your bowl with sautéed peppers and onions, guacamole, a drizzle of hot sauce, roasted tomato salsa, pico de gallo, shredded cheese, or a sprinkle of chopped cilantro or green onions to customize it to your tastes.
Make-Ahead Breakfast Bowls with a fork.

Storage & Reheating

I’m here to show you how easy and rewarding meal prep is, and trust me — you’ll be patting yourself on the back tomorrow morning when you have a breakfast bowl ready to go.

  • Storage: Store the bowls for up to four days in airtight containers (these are my absolute favorite) in the fridge.
  • Reheating: Reheat a bowl in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until everything is heated through.

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Natalya founded Momsdish to demonstrate that placing a homemade meal on the table is not hard at all. Natalya makes cooking easier and approachable, by simplifying the ingredients, while still producing the same great taste.