Description
Hearty “cheesy potato egg scramble” delivers comfort on a plate, combining crispy potatoes, melted cheese, and fluffy eggs. Breakfast lovers will savor each forkful of this simple yet satisfying morning classic that promises warmth and flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 2 medium potatoes, diced (or 1 ½ cups frozen hash browns)
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella, pepper jack)
Protein and Vegetables:
- ½ cup cooked bacon or sausage, crumbled
- ¼ cup diced bell peppers
- ¼ cup sauteed mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (for garnish)
Seasonings and Liquid:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or butter)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons milk (optional, for fluffier eggs)
Instructions
- Prepare a large skillet and warm olive oil over medium heat, creating a sizzling cooking surface for the potatoes.
- Introduce diced potatoes into the skillet, seasoning generously with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to enhance their flavor profile.
- Allow potatoes to transform, stirring intermittently, until they develop a golden-brown exterior and crispy texture, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Whisk eggs and milk together in a separate bowl, creating a smooth, uniform mixture that will become the scramble’s creamy base.
- Strategically shift the potatoes to one side of the skillet, creating a dedicated space for the egg mixture.
- Pour the whisked eggs into the cleared skillet section, gently folding and stirring to create soft, pillowy curds that integrate seamlessly with the potatoes.
- As the eggs reach a delicate, fluffy consistency, generously shower shredded cheese over the entire skillet contents.
- Let the cheese melt completely, coating the potatoes and eggs in a luxurious, gooey layer that binds the dish together.
- Finish the scramble by sprinkling freshly chopped green onions across the top, adding a vibrant, crisp garnish.
- Transfer the steaming cheesy potato egg scramble to serving plates, presenting a warm, inviting breakfast experience.
Notes
- Customize the spice profile by experimenting with different seasoning blends like smoked paprika or Italian herbs for a flavor twist.
- Use sweet potatoes as a nutritious alternative to regular potatoes, adding extra vitamins and a subtle sweetness to the dish.
- For a lower-fat version, swap regular cheese with reduced-fat options or use a sprinkle of nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor without added calories.
- Prep potatoes in advance by par-boiling or roasting them earlier to reduce overall cooking time and make morning cooking faster and easier.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 250 mg