
Breakfast Potato Quesadilla
Start your day off right with this mouthwatering Breakfast Potato Quesadilla! Bursting with crispy golden potatoes, fluffy scrambled eggs, and melted cheddar cheese, these quesadillas are not just filling but also packed with flavor. Serve them with a side of zesty salsa for a delightful kick. This dish combines the heartiness of a traditional breakfast with the fun, delicious format of a quesadilla, making it perfect for brunch gatherings or a cozy family breakfast. Originating from Mexico, quesadillas have become a beloved staple in many breakfast menus, embodying the spirit of comfort food.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
- Potatoes (2 medium, peeled and diced)
- Eggs (4 large)
- Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
- Black pepper (1/4 teaspoon)
- Cheddar cheese (1 cup, shredded)
- Flour tortillas (4 (8-inch))
- Salsa (1 cup, for serving)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced potatoes and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy.
- While the potatoes are cooking, crack the eggs into a separate bowl and whisk them until well combined. Season with a little more salt and pepper.
- Pour the beaten eggs over the cooked potatoes in the skillet. Stir gently and cook until the eggs are just set, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat.
- In a clean skillet, lay out one tortilla and sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese on one half of the tortilla. Spoon a generous amount of the potato and egg mixture over the cheese, then fold the tortilla in half to create a quesadilla.
- Cook the quesadilla in the skillet over medium heat for about 3 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
- Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve hot with salsa on the side.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Breakfast • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 320 • Fat: 18g • Carbs: 30g • Protein: 12g • Sodium: 600mg • Sugar: 2g