Description
Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble is the ultimate breakfast comfort food, marrying fluffy scrambled eggs with crispy, golden potatoes and ooey-gooey melted cheddar cheese. This savory dish is not only quick to prepare in under 30 minutes but also highly versatile; you can add your favorite vegetables or proteins to suit your taste. Perfect for busy mornings or leisurely brunches, each bite is a delightful explosion of flavors that will keep you coming back for more.
Ingredients
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped
- ½ bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and dice the potatoes into ½-inch cubes. Rinse under cold water to remove excess starch.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced potatoes, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for about 10 minutes until golden brown and tender.
- Add chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for another 5 minutes until onions are translucent.
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs until well mixed.
- Pour whisked eggs into the skillet over the veggies and potatoes. Stir gently until eggs are just set.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top while hot to allow it to melt. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 375mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating spinach or kale into the scramble. Swap out regular potatoes for sweet potatoes for a healthier twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat with a splash of milk.