Description
A delightful one-pan breakfast combining crispy, tender potatoes with fluffy scrambled eggs and a generous layer of melted cheese, perfect for any morning.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced (about 2 cups)
1/2 small onion, diced
1/2 bell pepper (any color), diced
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons milk or cream (optional, for fluffier eggs)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese blend)
Optional: Fresh chives or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
Step 2: Add the diced potatoes to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and tender. Don't stir too often to allow a crust to form.
Step 3: Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet with the potatoes. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
Step 4: While the vegetables are cooking, whisk the eggs in a bowl with milk or cream (if using), salt, and pepper until well combined.
Step 5: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the potatoes and vegetables in the skillet. Let it set for 1-2 minutes without stirring, allowing the edges to firm up.
Step 6: Gently push the cooked egg from the edges towards the center with a spatula, allowing the uncooked egg to flow to the hot pan. Continue this process until the eggs are mostly set but still slightly moist.
Step 7: Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the scramble. Cover the skillet with a lid for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and gooey.
Step 8: Remove from heat and serve immediately. Garnish with fresh chives or parsley if desired.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a pinch of smoked paprika or a dash of hot sauce to the eggs before scrambling. Feel free to add cooked breakfast sausage or bacon for a meatier version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Scrambling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 380mg