Description
These Easy Potato, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Tacos are the ultimate quick breakfast and brunch idea that’s bursting with flavor. Crispy potatoes, fluffy eggs, and melted cheddar cheese are tucked into warm tortillas for a satisfying, customizable meal. Whether you’re looking for easy dinner recipes or healthy snack food ideas, these tacos are your go-to for something hearty yet fast to make.
Ingredients
2 medium potatoes, diced
4 large eggs
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 small flour tortillas
1 tablespoon butter or oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika or chili powder (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro (optional)
1/4 cup fresh salsa (optional)
Instructions
1. Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes. Heat butter or oil in a skillet and add the potatoes. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika or chili powder if using. Cook for 12–15 minutes until golden brown and tender.
2. Crack the eggs into a bowl, beat them, and cook in a non-stick pan until scrambled or fry to your preference. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
3. Warm the tortillas in a skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
4. Assemble each taco by layering cooked potatoes, eggs, and shredded cheddar cheese. Optional: broil for 1–2 minutes to melt the cheese.
5. Top with chopped cilantro and salsa if desired. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
Cut the potatoes into uniform pieces so they cook evenly and crisp up well.
Add cheese while eggs and potatoes are hot to ensure it melts properly.
If making ahead, store the filling separately and assemble tacos fresh when ready to eat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
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