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Bacon Egg Cheese Breakfast Quesadillas

Satisfying Bacon Egg Cheese Breakfast Quesadillas in 35 Min

Delicious Bacon Egg Cheese Breakfast Quesadillas combining crispy bacon, fluffy eggs, and melty cheese for a perfect morning treat.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadilla Base
  • 4 large flour tortillas Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons butter Can be replaced with olive oil for a dairy-free alternative.
For the Filling
  • 8 slices bacon Use turkey bacon or a meat alternative for a healthier option.
  • 6 large eggs No substitutions required.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Sea salt recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Monterey Jack or pepper jack can be used.
Optional Garnishes
  • hot sauce
  • chopped green onions
  • fresh cilantro

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • medium bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat over medium heat and add crispy bacon slices. Cook for about 6–8 minutes or until they reach a deep golden brown and are nice and crunchy. Once cooked, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease, then crumble it into smaller pieces and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together large eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper until fully combined and frothy, about 1–2 minutes.
  3. Using the same skillet with the leftover bacon fat, reduce the heat to low and melt a tablespoon of butter. Pour in the eggs and gently scramble with a spatula for about 2–3 minutes, until just set but still slightly moist. Mix in the crumbled bacon.
  4. Lay one large flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Evenly sprinkle a generous layer of shredded cheddar cheese over half of the tortilla, add a portion of the egg and bacon mixture on top, and fold the tortilla over to encase the filling.
  5. Place the folded quesadilla back into the skillet over medium heat. Grill for about 2–3 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla turns golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  6. After grilling, remove the quesadillas from the skillet and let them rest for a couple of minutes before cutting them into wedges. Serve with optional garnishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Feel free to mix in veggies or spices like cumin and paprika for extra flavor. Allow the cooked quesadillas to rest a few minutes before cutting for easier serving.

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