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Breakfast Casserole Cheddar Egg Quesadilla Recipe

When I think about mornings that need a little extra comfort, this breakfast casserole style quesadilla always comes to mind. Imagine gooey cheddar melting into fluffy scrambled eggs, all tucked between golden tortillas that crisp up just enough to make each bite sing. This isn’t just another one of those egg casserole recipes; it’s like the love child of a quesadilla and the heartiest breakfast casserole you’ve ever had. I’ve tried my fair share of quesadilla recipes, and honestly, this one takes the crown on ease and flavor. I’ll admit, I first made this because I was too lazy to cook a full spread one Saturday morning, and I didn’t regret it for a second. It checks all the boxes for egg casserole recipes easy, yet it feels special enough to make any weekend breakfast feel like an occasion. You know how some meals just taste like a warm hug? That’s this dish, every single time. Whether you’re craving quesadilla recipes easy enough for a weekday, or you’re in the mood to play around with flavors like a cheddar biscuit recipe or even borrow a trick from a Cheesy Chicken Casserole, this recipe fits the bill. The beauty is in the simplicity. Eggs, cheese, tortillas. Done. But trust me, the results taste far more impressive than the effort required. And that’s exactly what we want in the morning, right?
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Keywords: breakfast casserole, cheddar biscuit recipe, Cheesy Chicken Casserole, egg casserole recipes, egg casserole recipes easy, quesadilla recipes, quesadilla recipes easy
Servings: 2 servings
Author: Linda

Ingredients

  • 2 large flour tortillas
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: salsa or hot sauce for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt the butter.
  2. Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble until just set. Remove from pan and set aside.
  3. Place one tortilla in the skillet. Sprinkle half the cheese evenly over it.
  4. Add the scrambled eggs on top, followed by the rest of the cheese.
  5. Place the second tortilla on top and cook until the bottom tortilla is golden and the cheese begins to melt.
  6. Flip carefully and cook the other side until golden brown and cheese is fully melted.
  7. Slice into wedges and serve with salsa or hot sauce.