These easy breakfast quesadillas take just minutes to make and they're filling and satisfying. What a great way to start your day!
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Not sure what to make for breakfast? These easy breakfast quesadillas are made with fluffy scrambled eggs and gooey cheese inside a perfectly crisped tortilla.
And you don't even need a quesadilla maker for this recipe!
LOL...we actually had a quesadilla maker when we first got married and we thought we were pretty cool and worldly, but then I learned its actually a lot easier to just make quesadillas right on the stove (or on our Blackstone griddle).
All you need is a frying pan big enough to fit the tortilla (10 inches will do) and a spatula.
How To Make A Breakfast Quesadilla
When you realize how easy it is to make breakfast quesadillas, you'll want to make them everyday. And the best part is that there's an infinite number of ways to make breakfast quesadillas so you'll never get bore with them (scroll down to the Variations section for just a few of my favorites).
Start by whisking the eggs in a medium bowl. (Optional - add in any extra ingredients you'd like in your quesadilla).
Melt the butter in a heated skillet and cook until they form light and fluffy scrambled eggs. Remove from the skillet to a bowl and set aside.
Spray the skillet with cooking spray or add a light drizzle of cooking oil. Increase heat to medium-high and add the tortilla; let cook just until the bottom starts to slightly brown (about a minute).
Flip the tortilla and add cheese and then the scrambled eggs. Use a spatula to carefully fold the tortilla into a half-moon shape. When the first side is browned to your liking, flip and cook the second side.
Remove from the heat, slice to tortilla and enjoy!
Tips, Tricks, and Variations
This breakfast quesadilla recipe is very simple and only uses eggs and cheese. But there must be a million variations you can try.
- Make it meaty! Get some extra flavor and protein by adding some chopped bacon, ham, pork roll, or breakfast sausage.
- Mix in some veggies! Add some onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms.
- Try different types of cheese. Sliced American cheese melts really well, but so do cheddar, Swiss and Monterey Jack. Feta is a great option for a Greek style quesadilla.
- Portion control. I make my breakfast quesadillas with 3 eggs, plus cheese and any other fillings we have handy. But you can easily trim some calories by using only 2 eggs in yours.
Storage and Reheating
Breakfast quesadillas are perfect for make ahead meal planning. They're quick and easy to make so you can make a big batch then and enjoy them all through the week.
I like to cook them ahead of time and then bring them to the office for a delicious and inexpensive breakfast.
Obviously, these quesadillas are best served fresh, but they heat up pretty well. Just pop them in the microwave for about a minute or warm them up on the stove over medium-low heat.
Place breakfast quesadillas in an airtight bag and store in the fridge for up to three days. You can also store in the freezer from up to two months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Breakfast quesadillas are great on their own, but they also pair well with fresh fruit, a smoothie, Greek yogurt, or sliced avocado.
Any good melting cheese will work well in a breakfast quesadilla, but I like either sliced American or shredded cheddar or Colby Jack.
Easy Breakfast Quesadillas
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 3 eggs
- 2 slices American cheese
- 1 flour tortilla 10 inch size
Instructions
- Whisk together the eggs in a medium bowl
- Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the cooks and use a rubber spatula to gently scrape the bottom of the skillet to form large, soft curds. Continue until cooked to your liking and then remove the scrambled eggs from the heat and place in a bowl.
- Spray the skillet with cooking spray or add a light drizzle of cooking oil, then place the tortilla in the skillet. Increase heat to medium-high and let cook just until the bottom starts to slightly brown (about 30 to 60 seconds).
- Use a spatula to flip the tortilla. Add the cheese and eggs and then fold the tortilla over into a half-moon shape.
- When the first side is browned to your liking, flip and cook the second side.
- Remove from the heat, slice the quesadilla and enjoy!
Notes
- Scrambled egg and cheese quesadillas are my standard but you can add chopped bacon, ham, bell peppers, onion, chives, and anything else you want. Use your imagination!
- These breakfast quesadillas are great for meal planning. Make a big batch and store them in the fridge to enjoy them all week.
- Any good melting cheese will work in this recipe, but I like either sliced American or shredded cheddar or Colby Jack.
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I'm not a trained chef, just an average guy who taught himself how to cook. I make easy meals that anyone make themselves. If I can cook it, so can YOU!
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