Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble (Printable version)

Fluffy eggs with tender potatoes and plenty of melted cheddar make this hearty breakfast ready in 30 minutes.

# What you need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium potatoes, diced into 1/2-inch cubes
02 - 1 small onion, diced
03 - 1 small bell pepper, diced (optional)

→ Eggs & Dairy

04 - 6 large eggs
05 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
06 - 2 tbsp milk
07 - 2 tbsp butter or oil

→ Seasonings

08 - 1/2 tsp salt
09 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
10 - 1/4 tsp smoked paprika (optional)

→ Garnish

11 - 2 tbsp chopped chives or green onions (optional)

# How to make it:

01 - Heat butter or oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
02 - Add diced potatoes to the hot pan. Cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown and tender, about 10-12 minutes.
03 - Add diced onion and bell pepper (if using). Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
04 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika until well combined.
05 - Reduce heat to medium-low. Pour egg mixture evenly over the vegetables. Let sit undisturbed for 30 seconds to begin setting.
06 - Gently stir and fold with a spatula as the eggs set. Cook until mostly set but still slightly creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
07 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the eggs. Let sit for 1 minute, then gently fold to incorporate as the cheese melts.
08 - Slide the scramble onto plates. Garnish with chopped chives or green onions if desired. Serve hot with salsa or hot sauce on the side.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Its breakfast that tastes like someone spent an hour on it but actually comes together in under 30 minutes
  • The cheese creates these incredible melted strands that make every bite feel indulgent
02 -
  • Potatoes need space in the pan to crisp up, so dont crowd your skillet or theyll steam instead
  • Take the pan off the heat while the eggs still look slightly undercooked since residual heat finishes them
03 -
  • Prep all your ingredients before you start cooking since the scramble comes together fast once you begin
  • Use a silicone spatula for folding the eggs gently without breaking them into tiny pieces

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