Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble (Printable Version)
Fluffy eggs, golden potatoes, and melted cheddar come together in this hearty breakfast skillet.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 2 cups)
02 - 1 small yellow onion, diced
03 - 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (optional)
→ Dairy & Eggs
05 - 6 large eggs
06 - 1/4 cup whole milk
07 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
08 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
→ Seasonings
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
→ Oil
12 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
# How to Make It:
01 - Heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until butter melts and mixture shimmers.
02 - Add the diced potatoes to the skillet. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and beginning to soften.
03 - Stir in the diced onion and bell pepper. Continue cooking for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are soft and potatoes are cooked through. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
04 - While vegetables cook, whisk together the eggs and milk in a medium bowl until fully combined and uniform in color.
05 - Push the cooked vegetables to one side of the skillet. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter to the empty side and let it melt.
06 - Pour the egg mixture into the buttered area. Let set for 30 seconds, then gently scramble with a spatula. Gradually incorporate the vegetables as the eggs begin to firm up.
07 - When eggs are just set but still creamy, sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the entire skillet.
08 - Cover the skillet for 1-2 minutes until cheese melts completely. Uncover and gently fold everything together until well combined.
09 - Remove from heat immediately. Garnish with fresh chives if desired. Serve hot while cheese is still melted.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Everything cooks in one pan so you spend less time at the sink and more time eating
- The potatoes get crispy edges while staying tender inside, creating perfect texture in every bite
- This recipe stretches inexpensive ingredients into something that feels like Sunday brunch at a cafe
02 -
- Cutting your potatoes into consistently sized pieces ensures they all finish cooking at the same time
- Resist the urge to crank up the heat because medium low gives you the best chance at crispy potatoes without burning
- Taking the eggs off the heat while they still look slightly undercooked is the secret to perfectly creamy scrambled eggs
03 -
- Pat your diced potatoes dry with paper towels before cooking to help them crisp up beautifully
- Use a well seasoned cast iron skillet if you have one because it creates the best crust on the potatoes