Fluffy Scrambled Eggs with Chives
These aren’t your average rubbery scrambled eggs. Low heat and constant stirring give you soft, custard-like curds that melt in your mouth. Fresh chives add a pop of color and mild onion flavor that makes this feel like a restaurant breakfast.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ready in under 5 minutes from pan to plate
- Only 4 ingredients — eggs, butter, chives, salt
- Creamy, custard-like texture every time
- High protein breakfast to keep you full all morning
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Fluffy Scrambled Eggs with Chives
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 tablespoon cream cheese or heavy cream
Instructions
- Crack eggs into a bowl and whisk until yolks and whites are fully combined. Season with a pinch of salt.
- Melt butter in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Pour in the eggs.
- Using a silicone spatula, gently push the eggs from the edges toward the center, creating large soft curds. Keep stirring slowly — don’t rush this.
- When eggs are about 80% set (still slightly wet on top), remove from heat. The residual heat will finish cooking them.
- Fold in the chives, season with pepper, and serve immediately on warm toast.
Recipe Tips
- The secret is LOW heat. High heat = rubbery eggs. Keep the flame on medium-low and be patient.
- Remove from heat while they still look slightly underdone — they’ll continue to set on the plate.
- For extra richness, stir in a tablespoon of cream cheese at the end.
- Serve on sourdough toast with a side of avocado for a complete breakfast.
Calories: 220 | Protein: 14g | Fat: 17g | Carbs: 1g
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Nutritional information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients used.
