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Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble


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  • Author: Jennifer
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

A delightful breakfast dish bursting with flavor, featuring fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy potatoes, and gooey cheese. Perfect for a leisurely brunch or a quick weekday meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 medium-sized russet potatoes
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash and peel the potatoes; dice into small cubes.
  2. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced potatoes, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and crispy (10-15 minutes).
  3. Add chopped onions and bell peppers to the skillet; sauté until onions are translucent (3-5 minutes).
  4. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs with salt and pepper until well combined.
  5. Pour the whisked eggs over the sautéed vegetables in the skillet; stir gently until eggs begin to set but remain slightly runny (2-3 minutes).
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top just before serving; allow it to melt and serve warm.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 290mg