Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble
Crispy potatoes, fluffy eggs, and gooey melted cheese—this Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble is the ultimate one-pan breakfast!
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
Ingredients
For the Potato Base:
- 2 lbs russet potatoes cubed
- 3 tbsp butter divided
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- Salt & pepper to taste
For the Egg Mixture:
- 8 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk or cream
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
- 2 green onions thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
Optional Add-ins:
- 6 slices bacon cooked & crumbled
- 1 avocado diced
- Hot sauce to taste
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Potatoes:
- Soak cubed potatoes in cold water for 5-10 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook potatoes undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until crispy, then stir and continue cooking for 7-9 minutes.
2️⃣ Build the Flavor:
- Add onion & bell pepper; cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in garlic, smoked paprika, thyme, salt & pepper.
3️⃣ Add the Eggs:
- Whisk eggs with milk, then pour over potatoes.
- Stir gently, folding eggs every 20-30 seconds until nearly set.
- Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheese over eggs.
4️⃣ Finish & Serve:
- Remove from heat, add butter & remaining cheese. Cover for 1-2 minutes to melt.
- Garnish with green onions & parsley. Serve immediately!
Notes
- Southwest Twist: Add cumin, chili powder, and pepper jack cheese.
- Mediterranean: Use feta, cherry tomatoes, and olives.
- Smoked Salmon: Add smoked salmon, capers & cream cheese.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 18gFat: 20g
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