My Favorite Breakfast Stir Fried Rice and Cheese
Start your day with a flavorful twist on a beloved classic with "My Favorite Breakfast Stir Fried Rice and Cheese." This quick, 25-minute recipe combines fluffy cooked white rice, creamy melted cheddar cheese, and fluffy scrambled eggs for a comforting, protein-packed breakfast. Fresh green onions, vibrant red bell pepper, and sweet peas add pops of color and nutrients, while a hint of soy sauce and minced garlic delivers a savory umami kick. Sautéed in butter and olive oil for rich, golden flavor, this dish is a satisfying balance of hearty and cheesy goodness. Perfect for busy mornings or weekend brunch, this one-pan breakfast is both easy to make and irresistibly delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 stalks green onion
- 0.5 medium red bell pepper
- 0.5 cup frozen peas
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic
Instructions
Begin by prepping your vegetables: finely chop the green onions, mince the garlic, and dice the red bell pepper.
In a small bowl, beat the eggs until smooth, then set aside.
Heat a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and the beaten eggs. Cook the eggs, stirring gently, until just set. Remove the scrambled eggs from the pan and transfer to a plate.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Once melted, sauté the garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the diced red bell pepper and frozen peas to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the cooked rice to the skillet. Stir-fry the rice for 3-4 minutes, breaking up any clumps and allowing the rice to heat through.
Drizzle the soy sauce over the rice and stir well to combine. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Return the scrambled eggs to the skillet, breaking them up into small pieces with your spatula, and fold them into the rice.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the rice. Stir until the cheese melts and becomes evenly incorporated through the mixture.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with the chopped green onions. Serve hot and enjoy your cheesy breakfast stir-fried rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
590 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.2 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.2 g | 91% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 438 mg | 146% | |
| Sodium | 1467 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.0 g | ||
| Protein | 20.2 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 636 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
