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Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble

A delicious and filling breakfast that combines crispy diced potatoes with fluffy scrambled eggs and gooey cheese. Easily customizable with meat or additional veggies!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 medium potatoes, diced
  • 4 pieces eggs
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup cooked ham or bacon, chopped (optional) Use as desired for extra flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced potatoes and cook until they are golden and crispy, about 10-15 minutes. Stir occasionally.
  3. In a bowl, whisk the eggs and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Push the potatoes to one side of the skillet, pour in the eggs, and scramble until cooked through.
  5. Mix in the cheese and cooked ham or bacon, and cook until the cheese is melted.
  6. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired and serve hot.

Notes

Serve hot for breakfast, pairs well with toast or a fresh fruit salad. Can be made into breakfast burritos or spiced up with hot sauce. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.