Oatmeal with Banana, Peanut Butter, and Chia Seeds

Name: Oatmeal with Banana, Peanut Butter, and Chia Seeds
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup rolled oats (use old-fashioned rolled oats for best texture); 1 medium banana (ripe, sliced); 2 tbsp peanut butter (smooth or crunchy as preferred); 1 tbsp chia seeds (adds fiber and omega-3); 1 cup skim milk (can substitute with any milk of choice)

740 kcal · 30 g protein · 5 minutes · 1 servings

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Oatmeal with Banana, Peanut Butter, and Chia Seeds

A creamy and hearty oatmeal bowl packed with natural sweetness from banana, rich flavor from peanut butter, and a nutritional boost from chia seeds. This comforting breakfast is easy to make and keeps you energized throughout the morning.

740 kcal 30 g protein 5 minutes

Ingredients

rolled oats 1 cup
banana 1 medium
peanut butter 2 tbsp
chia seeds 1 tbsp
skim milk 1 cup

Method

Measure Ingredients. Gather all your ingredients. Measure 1 cup of rolled oats, 1 cup of skim milk, 2 tablespoons of peanut butter, 1 tablespoon of chia seeds, and slice the medium banana.
Tip: Having everything ready before you start cooking makes the process smoother.
Cook the Oats. In a small saucepan, combine the rolled oats and skim milk. Place the pan over medium heat and bring to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Tip: Stir frequently to avoid the oats sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Simmer Until Creamy. Reduce the heat to low and let the oats simmer, stirring occasionally, until they absorb most of the milk and become creamy. This usually takes about 5 minutes.
Tip: If the oatmeal becomes too thick, add a splash of milk to reach your desired consistency.
Add Peanut Butter and Chia Seeds. Remove the oatmeal from heat. Stir in the 2 tablespoons of peanut butter and 1 tablespoon of chia seeds until well combined.
Tip: Adding peanut butter while the oats are hot helps it melt and mix evenly.
Serve with Banana. Transfer the oatmeal to a bowl and top with the sliced banana. You can also add extra peanut butter or a drizzle of honey if desired.
Tip: For extra texture, sprinkle some chopped nuts or seeds on top.

Pro tips

Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and better flavor.
To save time, you can prepare overnight oats by soaking the oats with milk and chia seeds in the fridge overnight, then add peanut butter and banana in the morning.