This recipe makes 12 standard muffin-sized egg bites.

For the Egg Bites

• 6 large eggs

• 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese

• 1 cup cooked chicken breast, finely diced or shredded

• 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped

• 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely diced

• 2 green onions, thinly sliced

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• Cooking spray or a little olive oil, for greasing

Optional Additions

• Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes

• 1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

• Finely chopped fresh parsley

• A small amount of diced jalapeño

• Extra mozzarella for topping