Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble
This hearty and comforting Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble is a perfect breakfast or brunch dish. Fluffy eggs, crispy potatoes, and savory ham are cooked together and topped with melted cheese for a deliciously satisfying meal. Serve with sour cream and chives for extra flavor!
Servings: 3
Calories: 485kcal
Ingredients
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 aged cheddar and Gruyere recommended
To Serve:
- Sour cream
- Chopped chives
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, and Old Bay seasoning. Season with salt and pepper, then set aside.
- Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the chopped potatoes and cook until browned on all sides.
- Add the ham and pour the egg mixture into the pan. Cook briefly over low heat until the eggs are only partially set. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the eggs and potatoes. Cover the pan with a lid and continue cooking over low heat until the cheese is melted and the eggs are fully cooked.
- Transfer to plates and serve with sour cream and chopped chives. Enjoy!
Notes
Instead of Old Bay seasoning, you can use Cajun seasoning, Fajita seasoning, or Chili powder.
Swap the ham for crumbled fried bacon for a different flavor.
Chives can be replaced with thinly sliced scallions.
Add extra veggies like pan-fried mushrooms or bell peppers for more texture and taste.