Description
This Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble is a hearty and comforting breakfast dish featuring crispy-boiled potatoes, fluffy scrambled eggs, melted cheddar cheese, and optional savory ham or bacon, all topped with fresh green onions for a burst of flavor. Easy to prepare and perfect for a satisfying morning meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Cheese
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Egg Mixture
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Meat and Garnish
- ½ cup cooked ham or bacon, chopped (optional)
- ¼ cup green onions or chives, chopped
Other Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Boil Potatoes: Place the diced potatoes in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for 10–15 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender. Drain well and set aside to remove excess moisture.
- Sauté Potatoes: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the boiled potatoes and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they develop golden, crispy edges.
- Add Ham or Bacon: Stir in the chopped cooked ham or bacon (if using) and cook for another 2–3 minutes until heated through and slightly caramelized with the potatoes.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth and fully combined.
- Cook Eggs with Potatoes: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the potatoes in the skillet. Let cook undisturbed for a couple of minutes then gently stir occasionally to scramble the eggs with the potatoes. Cook for about 5 minutes until eggs are fully cooked and fluffy.
- Add Cheese and Melt: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the scrambled eggs and potatoes. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 2–3 minutes on low heat until the cheese melts completely.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped green onions or chives on top. Serve the cheesy potato egg scramble warm for a delicious and filling breakfast.
Notes
- Boiling the potatoes before sautéing ensures they cook evenly and become tender inside with crispy edges when fried.
- You can omit the ham or bacon to make it vegetarian.
- Use extra sharp cheddar cheese for a stronger cheesy flavor.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste, especially if using salty bacon or ham.
- This dish reheats well and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
