Description
The Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble is a hearty breakfast dish that combines the best of crispy potatoes, fluffy eggs, and gooey cheese. It’s perfect for a quick and satisfying morning meal that can be customized with various toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium russet potatoes (diced into ½-inch cubes)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- Fresh chives or parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Prep Potatoes: Dice potatoes into small cubes. Rinse under cold water and pat dry.
- Cook Potatoes: Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add potatoes and onions, seasoning with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Cook for 12-15 minutes until golden.
- Scramble Eggs: Whisk eggs with salt and pepper. Push potatoes aside, add remaining butter, and pour in eggs. Cook until just set.
- Combine: Mix potatoes and eggs, then sprinkle cheese over the top. Cover for 1-2 minutes until cheese melts.
Notes
- Use sweet potatoes for a nutrient boost.
- Substitute cheddar with mozzarella or pepper jack for a twist.
- Add turkey bacon or spinach for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 195mg
Keywords: Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble, comfort breakfast, easy breakfast recipe, skillet breakfast, cheesy scrambled eggs, potato breakfast