Description
This Fried Egg Quesadilla recipe combines the classic comfort of a quesadilla with the heartiness of eggs for a satisfying breakfast or brunch option. Cheesy, savory, and easy to customize with your favorite toppings, it’s a versatile dish that’s sure to become a regular in your morning routine.
Ingredients
Scale
Eggs:
- 2 large eggs
Flour Tortillas:
- 2 (8-inch)
Shredded Cheddar Cheese:
- 1/2 cup
Butter or Oil for Frying:
- 1 tablespoon
Chopped Green Onions:
- 2 tablespoons
Salt and Pepper:
- To taste
Optional for Serving:
- Hot sauce, avocado slices, or salsa
Instructions
- Prepare the Eggs: Crack the eggs into a bowl, season with salt and pepper, and whisk until combined.
- Cook the Eggs: Heat a nonstick skillet, add butter or oil, pour in the eggs, and scramble until just set. Remove from the pan.
- Assemble the Quesadilla: Place one tortilla in the skillet, sprinkle half of the cheese, add scrambled eggs and green onions, top with remaining cheese and second tortilla.
- Cook the Quesadilla: Cook until golden and cheese melts on both sides. Slice and serve with desired toppings.
Notes
- For a runny yolk variation, fry the eggs sunny-side up or over-easy and place them whole inside the quesadilla instead of scrambling.
- Add cooked bacon or sautéed vegetables for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 quesadilla
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 225mg
