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Fried Egg Quesadilla

Satisfy Mornings with a Cheesy Fried Egg Quesadilla

This Fried Egg Quesadilla is a quick and customizable breakfast option featuring crispy tortillas, fried eggs, and gooey cheese.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 quesadillas
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadilla
  • 2 pieces Flour Tortillas Consider using homemade for extra flavor.
  • 2 large Large Eggs Fry them just right to keep yolks runny.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese (Cheddar or Mozzarella) Freshly shredded cheese melts beautifully.
  • 1 piece Avocado Can be swapped with tomatoes or jalapeños.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Essential for frying; helps achieve a golden crisp.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Salsa For a zesty kick.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Creamy and cooling.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs Cilantro or green onions enhance flavor.

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes. Add butter until it melts and bubbles.
  2. Crack one large egg into the skillet, season lightly, and cook for 2-3 minutes until whites are set and yolk is runny.
  3. In the same skillet, warm one flour tortilla for 1 minute, add half the shredded cheese, place a fried egg on top, and add avocado slices with remaining cheese.
  4. Place the second tortilla on top and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook another 2-3 minutes.
  5. Remove from skillet, let cool for a minute, then cut into wedges and serve warm, optionally garnished with toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze wrapped individually for up to 1 month. Reheat thoroughly before serving.

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