40 Easy Savory Breakfast Ideas You'll Jump Out of Bed For
We won't be surprised if you start dreaming of these.
We're almost always down for any excuse to eat dessert first thing in the morning and absolutely adore some of our more sweet, indulgent breakfasts like pancakes and waffles. But sometimes, you aren't looking for something sweet as soon as the sun comes up. And if you find yourself after dark wanting these breakfasts for dinner? Well, we will not be surprised.
If eggs are your go-to, look no further. We love how endlessly customizable breakfast tacos, breakfast burritos, and even breakfast casseroles are. Load each of them up with your favorite hot sauces (we like for Cholula for that vinegar-y brightness and kick, but you do you) or salsas. Are you a beginner at cooking eggs? They may seem tricky, but we've got helpful guides on how to perfect a crispy-edged fried egg, poached eggs, or classic omelet.
Some of our new favorite breakfast ideas came to us thanks to Tik Tok. If you loved the viral baked feta pasta, we took all that rich creaminess and dreamt up baked feta eggs (I know, a dream, right?). Pesto eggs also get an upgrade by being baked egg-in-a-basket style for our pesto eggs-in-a-hole.
Not an egg fan? Try our chicken & waffles (especially with a little hot honey on the side), sprinkle za'atar and spicy olive oil on our whipped ricotta toast, or go classic with a bagel & lox.
And whether you're on-the-go or brunching, you need the perfect drink to go with your savory breakfast. Try our cold brew iced coffee for some surefire pep in your step or any of our favorite buzz-y Bloody Marys.
Best-Ever Migas
This Mexican traditional breakfast is so much greater than the sum of its parts. In it, crispy fried tortillas meet scrambled eggs, creating that magical crisp-gone-soggy texture that's irresistibly satisfying. Pair with a mimosa margarita for best results.
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Bacon Breakfast Burrito
Not only do these burritos include crispy bacon, but you know we also fried the potatoes in the bacon fat, making this the ideal way to start your day.
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Breakfast Ramen
By adding a cheesy scrambled egg mixture and bacon to our ramen noodles, we turn this staple cheap and easy dinner hack into a breakfast dream. Ready in 15 minutes, this ramen is the perfect savory breakfast to turn to when you're sick of plain ol' bacon and eggs.
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Steak And Eggs
Looking for an indulgent, protein-packed breakfast? Look no further. This super savory dish is delicious with herb roasted potatoes or crispy hash browns, but if you're on a low-carb kick, try it with cabbage hash browns instead.
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Potato Chip Frittata
For added crunch, we loaded this frittata with potato chips. We went with sour cream & onion, but feel free to sub in your own favorite flavor! Don't forget to top with chives, sour cream, and even more chips to really make this frittata a next-level breakfast.
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Breakfast Tostadas
The toppings on these tostadas are our ideal toppings, but you can change them up however you’d like. Cook an over-easy egg instead or top with some sour cream. The best part is that these can be different every time you make them and still be so very good.
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Avocado Toast
Love it or hate it, avocado toast is impossible to ignore. We think the hearty, delicious combo of creamy avocado and crisp-chewy toasted sourdough bread is ripe for improvisation. We like lemon juice, plenty of flaky sea salt, and some sort of red pepper flake, but it can have whatever toppings your heart desires.
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Cowboy Breakfast Bowl
You don't have to be a cowboy to love this hearty breakfast; you just gotta love roast potatoes, scrambled eggs, cheddar, avocado, and hot sauce (and who doesn't?!).
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Eggs Benedict Rolls
Eggs Benedict is a classic brunch dish consisting of a crispy English muffin, thick salty bacon, buttery-tangy hollandaise sauce, and creamy poached eggs; however, making this dish at home can be challenging, especially when cooking for a group. That's where eggs Benedict rolls come in.
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Classic Chicken & Waffles
Making fried chicken and waffles at the same time is quite a feat, but this soul food classic is worth the effort. Brining your chicken beforehand is not required! Sure, it'll make your chicken taste even better, but we understand if spending 3+ hours on brunch isn't really up your alley.
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This monkey bread has all the best parts of breakfast, in a convenient pull-apart loaf that's extra fun to make and to eat. We used a combo of seeds and spices here, but feel free to swap in for your favorite everything bagel seasoning.
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Crispy Hash Brown-Crusted Bacon & Cheddar Quiche
The classic combo of bacon, egg, and cheese gets a #glowup with this delectable breakfast recipe. We decided to take the humble sammie and turn it into a silky quiche, then take it one step further with a crispy hash brown crust. Yum!
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Crescent Breakfast Tart
This tart is endlessly adaptable and easier than it looks thanks to refrigerated crescent dough.
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Breakfast Tacos
Load up these breakfast tacos—packed with hearty potatoes, chorizo, and crunchy pickled onions—for a meal to keep you full all morning long. Skip the chorizo and opt for vegan cheese to make these best-ever tacos into a vegan breakfast dream!
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Green Shakshuka
Our take on this simmered skillet breakfast spins the color wheel, thanks to roasted tomatillos and Swiss chard, and takes flavor inspiration from Mexico. We top these eggs cooked in a tangy, spicy salsa verde with cotija cheese and avocado but the topping choices are endless from chorizo to toasted pine nuts.
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“The Bear” Boursin Omelet With Sour Cream & Onion Potato Chips
When you think of fine, hyper-cheffy dining, does an omelet with Boursin and potato chips come to mind? If you’re one of the many who’s seen the viral show The Bear, it just might.
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Savory Oatmeal
We know and love classic oatmeal, laced with brown sugar and cinnamon and other sweet toppings, but your next bowl should be this savory version. It’s creamier, bolder in flavor, and a runny egg just makes everything better. It’s basically the breakfast version of risotto, which can never be a bad idea.
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BLT Eggs Benedict
Think a BLT sandwich is the best thing to do with ripe summer tomatoes? The classic trio—bacon, eggs, and tomato—gets even better when cooked in the style of eggs Benedict.
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Rebel Within Muffins
These viral sensations are a cheesy and herb studded muffin that is more like a savory scone or biscuit in texture. The muffin itself is fantastic and we wouldn't be upset at all if we were served a scone-like muffin, but add a perfectly soft-boiled egg inside and we are obsessed.
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Maple Chorizo Breakfast Skillet
If you thought maple syrup-drenched bacon was good, wait until you try maple chorizo. The smoky-sweet combo will haunt your dreams in a good way. No need to be camping to enjoy this either; this recipe works great over a grill or on a stove-top.
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