Why You’ll Love This Savory Oatmeal with Egg & Cheese
- It’s incredibly quick.
- It’s super easy to make.
- The flavor is amazing.
- It keeps you full for hours.
- It’s a satisfying meal.
Savory Oatmeal with Egg & Cheese: Amazing 1-Pot Meal
A simple and delicious recipe for savory oatmeal topped with a fried egg and melted cheddar cheese, offering a hearty and satisfying meal perfect for any time of day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups water or milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Combine oats, water or milk, salt, and pepper in a saucepan.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- While the oatmeal is cooking, heat butter or oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Crack the egg into the skillet and cook to your preference (sunny-side up, over-easy, etc.).
- Pour the cooked oatmeal into a bowl.
- Top the oatmeal with the fried egg and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese. The heat from the oatmeal will melt the cheese.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can use any milk of your choice (dairy or non-dairy).
- Add other seasonings like garlic powder or onion powder to the oatmeal for extra flavor.
- Feel free to add other toppings like avocado, hot sauce, or bacon bits.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: Approximately 400-500 (will vary based on milk and toppings)
- Sugar: Low
- Sodium: Moderate
- Fat: Moderate
- Saturated Fat: Moderate
- Unsaturated Fat: Low
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: High
- Fiber: Moderate
- Protein: High
- Cholesterol: Moderate