Description
Cheesy Scrambled Egg Hash is the perfect one-pan breakfast, packed with crispy golden potatoes, fluffy scrambled eggs, and melted cheese. It’s an easy, hearty dish that’s full of flavor and can be customized with different cheeses, vegetables, or proteins. Whether you’re making a quick weekday breakfast or a cozy weekend brunch, this recipe is guaranteed to satisfy. Serve it with toast, avocado, or bacon for the ultimate comfort meal!
Ingredients
For the Hash:
2 medium Russet potatoes, diced
2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
½ small onion, diced
½ bell pepper, diced
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon paprika
For the Scrambled Eggs:
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons milk (optional, for creaminess)
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon butter
For the Cheese:
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
¼ cup shredded mozzarella (optional for extra meltiness)
For Garnish:
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or parsley
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
Instructions
Wash, peel, and dice the potatoes into small cubes. Soak them in cold water for 10 minutes to remove excess starch, then drain and pat dry. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt butter or add oil. Add the diced potatoes and cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become golden brown and crispy. Add the onions, bell peppers, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Sauté everything for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables soften and the potatoes are fully cooked.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and salt until fully combined. Reduce the heat to low, push the potatoes to one side of the skillet, and melt butter in the empty space. Pour in the eggs and let them cook undisturbed for about 30 seconds, then gently stir with a spatula. Cook the eggs slowly, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and fluffy.
Once the eggs are cooked, mix them with the crispy potatoes and sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top. Let the cheese melt for about 1-2 minutes, then stir everything together. Garnish with fresh chives, parsley, or red pepper flakes for extra flavor. Serve hot with toast, avocado slices, or crispy bacon.
Notes
For extra crispy potatoes, avoid stirring too often while cooking. If you prefer a spicier hash, add chopped jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated in a skillet over medium heat for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Stoveto
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 250mg
Keywords: Cheesy Scrambled Egg Hash, Breakfast Hash, Egg and Cheese Hash, Potato and Egg Skillet