Breakfast · Easy
Quick Breakfast Quesadillas
These quick breakfast quesadillas are filled with scrambled eggs, cheese, and your choice of breakfast meat, crisped in a skillet in about 10 minutes.
5Prep min
10Cook min
15Total min
What you'll need
- 4eggs, beaten
- 2 largeflour tortillas
- 1 cupshredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cupcooked breakfast sausage or bacon, chopped
- 1 tablespoonbutter
- salsa for serving
Let's cook
- 1Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and scramble the eggs until just set; remove from the pan.
- 2Wipe out the skillet and lay one tortilla flat, sprinkling half with cheese, scrambled eggs, and sausage or bacon.
- 3Fold the tortilla in half and place in the skillet over medium heat.
- 4Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden and the cheese is melted.
- 5Repeat with the second tortilla, then slice into wedges and serve with salsa.
Make it yours
- Add sautéed peppers and onions.
- Use turkey bacon for a lighter option.
- Swap in pepper jack cheese for a spicy kick.
Good with
- Salsa and sour cream
- Fresh fruit
- A side of hash browns
Frequently asked questions
Good questions, answered.
Can I make these ahead?
Assemble and cook them fresh for the best texture; reheated quesadillas can turn soggy.
Can I use egg whites instead of whole eggs?
Yes, egg whites work fine for a lighter version.



