Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble: The Ultimate Quick & Delicious Breakfast Recipe
This Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble is the ultimate hearty breakfast that’s easy to make and packed with flavor. Perfect for busy mornings or lazy weekends, it combines crispy potatoes, fluffy scrambled eggs, and melty cheese for a satisfying meal. Customize it with your favorite add-ins like veggies, bacon, or spices!
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ cup cooked ham or bacon (optional)
- ¼ cup green onions or chives, chopped
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Prep & Cook Potatoes (10-12 mins)
- Boil diced potatoes in salted water for 8-10 mins until tender. Drain.
- Heat 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add potatoes and cook for 5-7 mins until golden and crispy.
2. Add Eggs & Cheese (5-7 mins)
- In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Push potatoes to one side, melt remaining butter, and pour in eggs.
- Stir gently until eggs are softly scrambled (3-4 mins).
3. Mix & Melt Cheese (2-3 mins)
- Add ham/bacon (if using) and mix.
- Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top, cover, and let melt for 2 mins.
4. Garnish & Serve
- Top with green onions/chives.
- Serve hot with toast or fresh fruit!
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 kcal per serving
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g