Breakfast Quesadilla Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
1 servings
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Calories
345 kcal
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Cuisine
Mexican, Mexican-American Fusion
Breakfast Quesadilla Recipe
Description
The Breakfast Quesadilla Recipe uses browned chicken sausage pieces alongside eggs whisked with cottage cheese and scallions for moisture and flavor, producing a creamy filling. The tortilla is warmed in a skillet and layered with cheddar cheese, cooked eggs, and sausage before folding in half and cooking until golden and crispy on both sides, melting the cheese inside.
The texture contrasts between the crispy tortilla shell and soft, rich egg-cheese filling complemented by savory sausage. The scallions add freshness and mild onion bite. Cooking over medium-low heat prevents burning and allows cheese to melt thoroughly.
Served sliced into portions, this quesadilla pairs well with salsa or guacamole, enhancing flavors with acidity and creaminess. Adjustments can be made for dietary needs substituting sausage or cheese types or including vegetables.
Substitutions include turkey chorizo, ham, or bacon for sausage, and various cheeses that melt well. Vegetarian versions can omit meat and add beans or vegetables. Gluten-free or whole wheat tortillas can be used depending on dietary preferences.
Ingredients
- 1.25 ounces chicken sausage if frozen thawed (2 links), chopped, cooked, breakfast style
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons egg whites
- 3 tablespoons cottage cheese part-skim
- 2 tablespoons scallions chopped
- pinch kosher salt
- black pepper (to taste)
- 1 ounce cheddar cheese part-skim, shredded
- 7- inch low carb tortillas (I love Mission whole wheat carb balance or use gluten-free)
- salsa optional for serving
- guacamole optional for serving
Instructions
- Add the sausage to a small non-stick skillet and cook over medium heat until the sausage is browned and crispy on the edges. When the sausage is cooked, remove it from the skillet and set aside.
- While the sausage is cooking, crack the eggs into a bowl and season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Add the cottage cheese and scallions and whisk the eggs.
- Spray the skillet and add the eggs to the skillet and cook them over medium heat, folding them as the eggs set until the moisture is gone, 2 to 3 minutes, then remove from the heat.
- Heat a clean large skillet or griddle over medium-low heat and spray with oil, add the tortilla.
- Place half of the cheese on the bottom half of the tortilla, spreading it out to cover half of the tortilla. Top with the egg, sausage and remaining cheese and cook until the bottom is browned and crispy about 2 to 3 minutes, then fold the tortilla closed and flip, cook until the cheese on the inside is melted.
- Slice the quesadilla into three pieces, then serve.
Notes
- Use 2 large eggs as an alternative to eggs plus egg whites if desired.
- Substitute chicken sausage with turkey chorizo, ham, or bacon for flavor variation.
- For vegetarian options, omit sausage and add black beans, mushrooms, or bell peppers.
- Replace scallions with diced onions and sauté with sausage if preferred.
- Season eggs with taco spices like chili powder, cumin, garlic powder for added flavor.
- Swap cheddar for Monterey Jack or pepper jack cheese for variety.
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas; corn tortillas are usually too small for this recipe.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 345 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1quesadilla | |
| Calories | 345kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 245mg | 82% |
| Sodium | 981mg | 41% |
| Fiber | 18g | 72% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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