Name: Fried Egg Quesadilla Power Breakfast Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 large tortilla; 2 eggs; ½ cup shredded cheese; 1 tbsp butter or oil; Salt & pepper to taste; Hot sauce; Avocado slices; Salsa

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Introduction

This fried egg quesadilla makes a quick and satisfying power breakfast perfect for busy mornings. With melty cheese, a crispy tortilla, and a perfectly cooked egg, it’s both simple and delicious. Customize it with your favorite toppings for extra flavor.

A stack of four triangular quesadillas on a white plate, each quesadilla showing a golden crispy outer layer with charred spots and sprinkled fresh green herbs on top. Inside each layer, a cooked egg with bright yellow runny yolk and white edges is visible, with the egg white slightly spilling out. The plate sits on a white marbled surface, with a blurred green plant and red tomatoes in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 large tortilla
2 eggs

½ cup shredded cheese
1 tbsp butter or oil

Salt & pepper to taste
Hot sauce (optional)

Avocado (optional)
Salsa (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Heat the butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat. Crack in one egg and fry it to your preferred doneness—sunny side up, over-easy, or well-done. Season with salt and pepper, then remove the egg and set aside.

Step 2: In the same skillet, lay the tortilla flat. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over half of the tortilla, then place the fried egg on top of the cheese.
Step 3: Fold the tortilla in half to cover the egg and cheese. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the tortilla is golden and crispy and the cheese has melted.
Step 4: Remove from the skillet, cut the quesadilla into wedges, and serve with hot sauce, avocado, or salsa if desired. Enjoy your power breakfast!

Tips & Variations

Use pepper jack or a sharp cheddar cheese for a bit of extra spice and flavor.
Try adding cooked bacon, spinach, or sautéed peppers inside for more texture and nutrients.
To make this dish vegetarian, skip any meat additions and load up on veggies and cheese.

If you prefer your eggs scrambled, cook them first and then assemble the quesadilla as directed.

Storage

Store any leftover quesadilla in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat to keep the tortilla crispy, or microwave briefly if short on time. It’s best enjoyed fresh for optimal texture and flavor.

How to Serve

A stack of four folded flatbreads with a golden-brown toasted crust sits on a white plate. Between each flatbread layer is melted orange cheese, and thin white cooked egg whites are also layered inside. On top of the stack is a perfectly cooked sunny-side-up egg with a bright yellow yolk and white edges, sprinkled with chopped green herbs. Additional chopped herbs are scattered around the plate, all placed on a white marbled surface with ripe red tomatoes in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of tortilla?

Yes, you can use whole wheat, corn, or gluten-free tortillas depending on your preference. Just keep in mind that cooking times may vary slightly.

How do I make the quesadilla crispy without burning it?

Use medium heat and press gently with a spatula while cooking. This ensures the tortilla crisps evenly without burning before the cheese melts completely.