Breakfast Bowl with Hash Browns, Bacon, Veggies, and Melted Mexican Cheese Recipe
This hearty and flavorful Breakfast Bowl combines crispy hash browns, sautéed bell peppers and onions, savory bacon, fluffy scrambled eggs with melted Mexican blend cheese, and creamy avocado. It’s a satisfying morning meal packed with textures and colors, perfect for a nutritious and delicious start to your day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Potatoes
- 1 cup frozen hash brown potatoes (cubed)
- 1/8 teaspoon paprika
Bacon
- 2 slices pre-cooked bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Vegetables
- 1/4 cup green bell peppers, chopped
- 1/4 cup red bell peppers, chopped
- 2 tablespoons red onion, chopped
Eggs
- 3 eggs
- 1 tablespoon water
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Toppings
- 3 tablespoons Mexican blend cheese, shredded
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- Green onion, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Potatoes: Cook 1 cup of frozen hash brown potatoes according to the package instructions. Season with 1/8 teaspoon paprika, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Cook Bacon: Cook 2 slices of pre-cooked bacon following the package directions or cook raw bacon to preference. Once cooked, chop the bacon into small pieces.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup chopped green bell peppers, 1/4 cup chopped red bell peppers, and 2 tablespoons chopped red onion. Cook until the vegetables are softened, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Whisk Eggs: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 eggs, 1 tablespoon water, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Scramble Eggs: Add a small amount of olive oil or butter to the same skillet and pour in the whisked eggs. Scramble the eggs gently until they start to set.
- Melt Cheese: Turn off the heat and sprinkle 3 tablespoons shredded Mexican blend cheese over the eggs. Cover the skillet to allow the cheese to melt thoroughly.
- Assemble Bowl: Place the cooked hash browns and scrambled eggs at the bottom of a large bowl. Top with the sautéed peppers and onions, chopped bacon, and slices of 1/2 avocado.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the assembled breakfast bowl with chopped green onion. Serve immediately and enjoy a flavorful and nutritious start to your day.
Notes
- Use pre-cooked bacon for quicker preparation, or substitute with raw bacon for a fresher taste.
- You can adjust the amount of cheese or omit it for a lighter version.
- Substitute bell peppers with other favorite vegetables like mushrooms or spinach for variety.
- For a dairy-free option, omit the cheese or use a dairy-free cheese substitute.
- Add hot sauce or salsa on top for extra flavor and spice.
Keywords: Breakfast bowl, scrambled eggs, hash browns, bacon, Mexican cheese, avocado, bell peppers, easy breakfast, healthy breakfast
