Pepper Cheese Scramble
Start your morning right with this quick and satisfying Pepper Cheese Scramble, a 10-minute breakfast that’s bursting with flavor and easy to make. This recipe combines fluffy, perfectly seasoned scrambled eggs with sautéed bell peppers for a hint of sweetness and a pop of color. A generous melt of shredded cheese like cheddar or mozzarella takes it to the next level, creating a rich, creamy texture in every bite. The addition of freshly cracked black pepper adds a subtle kick, while an optional garnish of chives or parsley introduces a fresh herbaceous note. Perfect for a busy weekday morning or a relaxing weekend brunch, this two-serving dish is a versatile and protein-packed option you’ll love to whip up. Keywords: pepper cheese scramble, quick breakfast recipe, scrambled eggs with cheese, easy egg recipes, 10-minute breakfast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 0.5 cup bell pepper (any color, diced)
- 0.5 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or preferred type)
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives or parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them together with the milk, black pepper, and salt until well combined.
In a nonstick skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the diced bell peppers to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until softened.
Reduce the heat to low and pour the egg mixture over the cooked bell peppers.
Allow the eggs to cook undisturbed for 30 seconds, then gently stir the mixture with a spatula, pushing it from the edges toward the center.
When the eggs are mostly cooked but still slightly runny, sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top.
Continue to stir gently until the cheese is melted and the eggs are fully cooked to your desired consistency.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the scramble to serving plates.
Garnish with fresh chives or parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
654 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.4 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.1 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 840 mg | 280% | |
| Sodium | 1321 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 41.1 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 563 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 543 mg | 12% | |
*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.
