Start your day off right with these savory Breakfast Quesadillas, packed with fluffy eggs, bacon, sausage, peppers, and onions, all sandwiched between two golden, crisp tortillas. Perfect for weekend brunch or a quick weekday fix.
🍳 Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the filling:
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6 large eggs
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4–6 strips bacon, or substitute sausage (crumbled)
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½ bell pepper, diced
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½ onion, diced
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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½ tsp garlic or chili powder (optional spice) + splash of milk for fluffier eggs
Cheese + Tortillas:
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1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, pepper‑jack, Mexican blend)
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4 large flour tortillas
For cooking:
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Butter or oil for the skillet
Optional toppings:
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Salsa, sour cream, guacamole, sliced avocado, fresh cilantro
🔪 Instructions
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Cook the bacon or sausage.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook until crisp. Remove and drain on paper towels. If using sausage, crumble as it cooks. -
Sauté the veggies.
In the same skillet (drain excess fat), sauté peppers and onions for 3–5 minutes until softened. Remove and set aside. -
Scramble the eggs.
Whisk eggs with a splash of milk, salt, pepper, and spices. Scramble in the skillet until just set—keep them soft and slightly moist. -
Assemble the quesadillas.
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Wipe skillet clean and heat over medium.
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Lay a tortilla flat and top half with:
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A layer of cheese
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Scrambled eggs
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Bacon or sausage
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Sautéed veggies
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Another sprinkle of cheese
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Fold the tortilla over the filling.
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Grill to perfection.
Add butter or oil to the skillet. Cook each side for 2–4 minutes until the tortilla is golden and the cheese is melty. Press gently with a spatula. -
Serve & enjoy!
Slice into wedges and serve warm with your favorite toppings.
💡 Tips & Variations
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Freezer-friendly: Fully assemble and cook quesadillas, flash-freeze on a baking sheet for 1 hour, then store in freezer bags. Reheat in a toaster oven or skillet until heated through.
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Meat swaps: Use crumbled sausage, ham, chorizo—or skip meat entirely for a vegetarian option and add beans.
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Pep up your spice: Add jalapeños, chipotle, chili powder, or hot sauce to taste .
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Veg-packed: Toss in mushrooms, spinach, tomatoes, or corn for added flavor and nutrition.
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Cheese matters: Use freshly shredded cheese—monterey jack, pepper jack, or a Mexican blend melt best.
📝 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Quick & easy: Minimal steps, one skillet prep
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Customizable: Mix and match proteins, veggies, and spices
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Perfect for meal prep: Make ahead and reheat for a fast breakfast
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Kid-friendly & crowd-pleasing: Cheese and bacon are always a hit!
📌 Nutritional Gold
Eggs + cheese + bacon (or sausage) deliver a hearty dose of protein and healthy fats—ideal for a satisfying start to your day. Add veggies for a fiber and vitamin boost.
Ready to dig in?
Heat up your skillet, grab your favorite fillings, and build the ultimate breakfast quesadilla. Let me know what combos you try—and if you freeze them, how they turn out!