Get ready to transform your breakfast game with the ultimate morning mashup that'll have you jumping out of bed! Our Turkey Bacon Breakfast Quesadilla is not just another boring breakfast - it's a crispy, cheesy, flavor-packed sensation that combines the best of Mexican-inspired cuisine with classic breakfast favorites. Imagine golden, crisp tortillas stuffed with perfectly scrambled eggs, crispy turkey bacon, melted cheese, and fresh vegetables - all ready in just 25 minutes. Whether you're a busy professional, a weekend brunch enthusiast, or just someone who loves an epic breakfast, this recipe is about to become your new morning obsession!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 6 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by cooking turkey bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp and golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove bacon and drain on paper towels, then chop into small pieces.
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs with salt and pepper until well combined and slightly frothy.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and pour whisked eggs into the pan. Gently scramble eggs, cooking until soft and just set, approximately 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Lay out flour tortillas on a clean work surface. Sprinkle half of each tortilla with shredded cheese, chopped bacon, scrambled eggs, diced tomatoes, and green onions.
- Fold the empty half of each tortilla over the filled side, creating a half-moon shape. Press gently to seal.
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Carefully transfer quesadillas to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until tortillas are golden brown and cheese is completely melted.
- Remove quesadillas from heat, let cool for 1-2 minutes, then slice each quesadilla in half. Serve immediately while warm and crispy.
- Optional: Serve with salsa, sour cream, or hot sauce for additional flavor and garnish.
Tips
- For extra crispy quesadillas, use a cast-iron skillet or griddle and ensure the pan is properly heated before cooking.
- Use pre-cooked turkey bacon to save time, but for maximum flavor, cook the bacon fresh right before assembling the quesadillas.
- Don't overstuff your quesadillas - this can make them difficult to flip and prevent even cooking.
- For a perfectly melted cheese, keep the heat at medium and use a lid to help the cheese melt more evenly.
- Experiment with different cheese blends like cheddar, monterey jack, or pepper jack for varied flavor profiles.
- If you're meal prepping, you can assemble the quesadillas ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator, cooking them fresh when ready to eat.
- For a healthier version, use whole wheat tortillas and add extra vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 420kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 250mg
