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Tater Tot Breakfast Bowl

A cozy and crispy breakfast bowl featuring tater tots, scrambled eggs, cheese, and bacon that is quick and comforting.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups tater tots Use frozen tots straight from the bag.
  • 3 large eggs Room-temp eggs scramble fluffier.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Sharp cheddar melts best.
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled Crisp bacon adds crunchy contrast.
  • 2 tbsp chopped green onions
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven and spread the tater tots on a rimmed sheet. Bake until golden and crispy, about 18–22 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until it sizzles and gets crisp, about 8 minutes; drain on paper towels and crumble.
  3. Whisk the eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper. Heat a nonstick skillet with a little butter, then pour in eggs. Stir gently; stop when they still look slightly glossy.
  4. Scoop half the hot tater tots into each bowl, pressing lightly so they nestle together.
  5. Layer the scrambled eggs over the tots and immediately sprinkle the shredded cheddar so it melts into the warm pockets.
  6. Top with crumbled bacon and green onions. Taste, then add a touch more salt or pepper if needed before serving.

Notes

Time-saver: Bake tots while you cook bacon and eggs to finish everything together. Common mistake + fix: If eggs overcook, pull them off the heat slightly earlier; residual heat will finish them. Simple variation: Add a pinch of smoked paprika or a drizzle of hot sauce for warmth.