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Loaded Scrambled Eggs: Your Quick & Irresistible Breakfast Fix

Loaded Scrambled Eggs are a customizable, quick breakfast option that transforms your morning chaos into a delightful experience.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Eggs
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk or cream for extra richness
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper freshly cracked for best flavor
  • 1 tablespoon butter swap for olive oil for dairy-free
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded; swap for feta or mozzarella if desired
  • 1/2 cup cooked bacon bits or turkey bacon for a lighter option
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers red or green, or use mushrooms
  • 1/4 cup diced red onions or shallots for a slightly different flavor
  • 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes or spinach for a leafy addition
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives or parsley for a fresh touch
  • to taste hot sauce optional for added heat

Equipment

  • Non-stick skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Whisk the eggs and milk together with salt and pepper until frothy.
  2. Heat butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until bubbly.
  3. Sauté diced bell peppers and onions for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  4. Pour in the egg mixture and let it sit for about 1 minute until edges start to set.
  5. Gently stir the eggs with a spatula, creating soft curds for 30 seconds.
  6. Add cheese, bacon bits, and tomatoes when eggs are still slightly runny; fold gently.
  7. Remove from heat while eggs are still slightly undercooked; residual heat will finish cooking.
  8. Serve topped with chives and hot sauce, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 300mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for maximum fluffiness. Avoid over-stirring for a creamy texture, and customize ingredients to your taste.

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