Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble
Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble is the ultimate breakfast comfort food, blending creamy eggs, crispy potatoes, and melty cheese into one satisfying dish. Perfect for lazy mornings or a quick weekday meal, this recipe brings warmth and joy to your table. With customization options galore, you can make it your own by adding vegetables or proteins.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Russet potatoes (diced)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced potatoes and cook until golden brown and fork-tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Stir in chopped onions and bell peppers, sautéing for an additional 3-5 minutes until softened.
- Whisk eggs with salt and pepper in a bowl until blended; add a splash of milk for fluffiness if desired.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and pour whisked eggs over the potato mixture. Gently stir as it cooks until soft curds form, about 3-4 minutes.
- Sprinkle cheese on top once the eggs are mostly set and cover briefly until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 240mg
Keywords: Customize with fresh herbs or spices for added flavor. For extra nutrition, incorporate spinach or other veggies.