Description
This Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble is the perfect hearty breakfast or brunch dish! Featuring crispy golden potatoes, fluffy eggs, melty cheese, and smoky ham, this skillet scramble is a deliciously satisfying way to start your day. Plus, it’s ready in just 20 minutes, making it a great quick meal for busy mornings!
Ingredients
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For the Scramble
- 4 large eggs
- 1.5 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning (or to taste)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1.5 tablespoons frying oil or clarified butter
- 4 cups (600g) chopped cooked potatoes
- 2 oz (60g) ham, chopped into cubes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar & Gruyere mix recommended)
For Serving
- Sour cream
- Chives
Instructions
- 1. Whisk the Eggs
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, and Old Bay seasoning.
- Season with salt and pepper, then set aside.
- 2. Cook the Potatoes
- Heat oil or clarified butter in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the chopped cooked potatoes and sauté until they become golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- 3. Add the Ham and Eggs
- Reduce heat to low and add the chopped ham and whisked egg mixture.
- Cook briefly, stirring gently, until the eggs are partially set (they should still be slightly runny).
- 4. Melt the Cheese
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the eggs and potatoes.
- Cover the pan with a lid and cook over low heat until the cheese is melted and the eggs are fully set.
- 5. Serve and Enjoy!
- Transfer the scramble to plates and serve with sour cream and chopped chives.
Notes
- Seasoning Swaps: Replace Old Bay with Cajun seasoning, Fajita seasoning, or Chili powder for a different flavor.
- Meat Variations: Swap ham for crispy bacon, sausage crumbles, or smoked turkey.
- Vegetable Additions: Try adding sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, or spinach.
- Cheese Options: Use mozzarella, Monterey Jack, Swiss, or feta instead of cheddar and Gruyere.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/3 of the recipe
- Calories: 420kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 275mg