Description

This Potato Cheddar Chive Bake is a delightful fusion of flavors with crisp potatoes, fluffy eggs, and rich cheese. Perfect for a quick dinner, it’s a comforting, homemade dish anyone will love!

Ingredients

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1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 russet potato, peeled and diced ¼-inch cubes (8 oz after peeled)
¾ teaspoon kosher salt, divided
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon sweet paprika
6 large eggs
¼ cup liquid egg whites
⅔ cup 2% cottage cheese
2 tablespoons 2% milk
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar, divided
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325°F. Place a square brownie muffin pan on a rimmed baking sheet and generously spray with olive oil, ensuring corners are coated well.
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Add diced potato, then season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Cover and cook on medium-low, stirring occasionally until tender and browned, about 12 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon water halfway to prevent burning, lowering the heat as needed.
Let the cooked potatoes cool for 5 minutes.
In the meantime, prepare the egg mixture by blending eggs, egg whites, cottage cheese, milk, the remaining ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, and black pepper in a blender until very smooth, about 20 to 30 seconds. Stir in chopped chives.
Evenly distribute the cooled diced potatoes into each cavity of the muffin pan, then add half of the cheese on top. Carefully pour the egg mixture into each cavity, filling them about ¾ full, before adding the remaining ½ cup cheddar on top.
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the centers are set and tops look dry. The bakes will puff up but avoid over-baking.
Remove from the oven and allow cooling in the pan for 10 minutes before removing with a small spatula.

Notes

You can use different types of cheese if desired, but sharp cheddar gives the best flavor.
These can be made ahead and reheated for an easy breakfast or lunch option.
Serve with a side salad for a more complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bake
Calories: 238
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 19g
Cholesterol: 230mg