This Chicken Cheddar Scramble is a protein-packed breakfast that will fuel your morning with flavor and energy. Fluffy whole eggs are whipped together with creamy cottage cheese, creating a light and tender base that perfectly complements the savory additions. Grilled chicken, crisp bacon bits, fresh spinach, and sweet red peppers are folded in for a colorful, satisfying combination, all melted together with sharp cheddar cheese for an irresistible richness.
Served alongside a side of golden breakfast potatoes and an extra sprinkle of cheddar on top, this dish balances textures and flavors beautifully. It’s a wholesome and hearty meal that works perfectly for a weekend brunch or a nourishing weekday breakfast. Easy to prepare yet indulgent, it will quickly become a favorite in your breakfast rotation.
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup cooked grilled chicken, diced
- 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup crispy bacon bits
- 1 Tbsp olive oil or butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Breakfast potatoes and extra cheddar cheese for serving
Directions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and cottage cheese until smooth and fluffy. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced red peppers and cook for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 1–2 minutes.
- Stir in the diced grilled chicken and bacon bits, warming through for 2–3 minutes.
- Pour the egg and cottage cheese mixture into the skillet. Let it sit for 30–60 seconds, then gently stir with a spatula, folding the ingredients together as the eggs cook.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top and continue cooking until eggs are set but still soft and slightly creamy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Serve immediately with a side of breakfast potatoes, adding extra cheddar on top if desired. Enjoy warm.