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Overhead view of a homemade potato egg scramble in a skillet on a white countertop

Potato Egg Scramble

A hearty and customizable one-skillet Potato Egg Scramble made with crispy potatoes, fluffy eggs, and your choice of add-ins. Perfect for busy mornings or weekend brunches.
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Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 320kcal
Cost: $5

Equipment

  • 1 Skillet 10–12 inch, cast iron or non-stick
  • 1 Mixing bowl For eggs and milk
  • 1 Whisk or fork To mix eggs
  • 1 Cutting board For chopping ingredients
  • 1 Knife Chef’s knife
  • 1 Spatula Preferably silicone

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil or butter For sautéing
  • 2 cups Diced potatoes About 2 medium potatoes; pre-cooked optional
  • ½ medium Onion Diced
  • 1 whole Bell pepper Chopped; any color
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced
  • 6 large Eggs Whisked with milk
  • ¼ cup Milk or heavy cream Adds fluffiness to eggs
  • ½ cup Shredded cheese Cheddar, Monterey Jack, or your choice
  • Salt and pepper To taste
  • cup Cooked meat optional Bacon bits, ham, or sausage crumbles
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh herbs Chopped chives, parsley, or green onions for garnish

Instructions

  • Dice and prep all vegetables and eggs
  • Crisp potatoes in hot skillet
  • Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper
  • Pour in egg mixture and fold gently
  • Sprinkle cheese, cover, and garnish

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 250g | Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 240mg | Sodium: 390mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 700IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2.1mg