Description
This Fried Egg Quesadilla Power Breakfast is a delicious and satisfying morning meal that combines the flavors of a classic quesadilla with the heartiness of fried eggs. Packed with protein and customizable with your favorite toppings, it’s the perfect way to start your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Eggs:
- 2 large eggs
Butter:
- 1 tablespoon
Flour Tortillas:
- 2 medium
Cheese:
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack
Bacon:
- 2 slices cooked, crumbled (optional)
Avocado:
- 1/4, sliced
Salsa or Hot Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon
Salt and Pepper:
- To taste
Cilantro:
- For garnish, optional
Instructions
- Heat the Skillet: Melt butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Cook Eggs: Crack eggs into the skillet and cook to desired doneness, seasoning with salt and pepper. Remove and set aside.
- Assemble Quesadilla: Place a tortilla in the skillet, sprinkle half the cheese, top with eggs, bacon, avocado, salsa, remaining cheese, and second tortilla.
- Cook: Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and cheese is melted, pressing gently.
- Serve: Transfer to a cutting board, slice, and garnish with cilantro. Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra protein, add black beans or sautéed spinach.
- Whole wheat tortillas can be used for a healthier option.
- Be careful when flipping for a runny yolk.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 quesadilla
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 215 mg
