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Breakfast Quesadillas

Irresistibly Easy Breakfast Quesadillas (Only 5 Ingredients!)


  • Author: Lyndy
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 quesadillas 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Breakfast Quesadillas are a quick, satisfying, 5-ingredient morning meal made with chopped boiled eggs, gooey cheese, green onions, and crispy tortillas. Perfect for busy mornings, meal prep, or weekend brunch, they come together in minutes and deliver a crispy outside with a creamy, savory filling inside.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch recommended)
  • 4 boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or cheddar)
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter for frying

Optional Add-Ins:

  • Spinach
  • Cooked mushrooms
  • Diced bell peppers
  • Leftover chicken

Kitchen Equipment Needed:

  • Non-stick skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Cutting board & knife
  • Grater
  • Spatula
  • Plate or tray for assembly

Instructions

  1. Boil the Eggs: Place eggs in cold water, bring to a boil, simmer 10 minutes, cool, peel, and chop.
  2. Mix the Filling: In a bowl, combine chopped eggs, shredded cheese, and green onions.
  3. Assemble: Spoon one-quarter of the mixture onto half of each tortilla and fold over.
  4. Cook: Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook quesadillas 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
  5. Serve: Cool slightly, slice, and enjoy warm.

Tips:

  • Use freshly grated cheese for best melt and flavor.
  • Do not overfill—helps the quesadilla cook evenly and flip smoothly.
  • Cook on medium to avoid burning before cheese melts.
  • Press gently with spatula to seal edges.

Variations:

  • Use scrambled eggs instead of boiled.
  • Swap in cheddar or pepper jack cheese.
  • Add sautéed veggies like spinach or mushrooms.
  • Add diced turkey sausage or chicken.
  • Include a spoon of sweet chili sauce for heat.

Storage & Reheating:

  • Store: Refrigerate up to 3 days.
  • Freeze: Wrap and freeze up to 2 months.
  • Reheat: Warm in skillet, oven (350°F, 10 min), or microwave (softens tortilla).

FAQs:

  • Can I prep ahead? Yes—store refrigerated or frozen.
  • Can I use other cheese? Yes—cheddar, Monterey Jack, blends.
  • Scrambled eggs? Work great.
  • Vegetarian? Yes—this recipe is meat-free.

Notes

  • Preheat skillet for even browning.
  • Avoid too much butter—it can make tortillas greasy.
  • Let quesadillas rest briefly before slicing to prevent filling from spilling.
  • Overstuffing may cause tearing or leaking.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 215mg

Keywords: Breakfast Quesadillas, Easy Breakfast, Egg Breakfast Recipes, Quick Morning Meals, 5 Ingredient Breakfast