Description
This Soft Scrambled Eggs with Cheese recipe delivers creamy, tender eggs enriched with luscious Boursin cheese and fresh chives. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s a perfect quick breakfast or brunch option featuring gentle cooking to achieve ultra-soft curds and a delightful cheesy flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Eggs and Dairy
- 6 eggs (cold)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp Boursin Cheese
Seasoning and Garnish
- salt (to taste)
- 2 tbsp fresh chives (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare the Eggs: Crack the cold eggs directly into a nonstick skillet or saucepan without beating or seasoning them. Add the butter to the pan and set it over medium heat to start melting.
- Start Cooking and Stirring: Stir continuously with a rubber spatula, scraping the bottom and sides of the pan to prevent sticking. Do not whisk—the goal is to gently fold the eggs for soft curds.
- Alternate Heat and Stirring: After 30 seconds, remove the pan from heat but keep stirring the eggs. After about 10 seconds, place the pan back on the heat. Repeat this process for about 3 minutes to gently cook the eggs to soft, custardy perfection.
- Add Cheese and Season: Remove the pan from heat again and immediately stir in the Boursin cheese until incorporated. Season lightly with salt according to taste.
- Serve and Garnish: Plate the scrambled eggs and garnish with the finely chopped fresh chives to add a mild oniony freshness and color contrast.
Notes
- Using cold eggs straight from the fridge helps create creamier curds as they cook slowly.
- Continuous stirring with a spatula rather than whisking or beating produces softer, fluffier eggs.
- Removing the pan periodically from the heat prevents the eggs from overcooking and ensures a silky texture.
- Boursin cheese melts smoothly into the eggs, adding a rich, garlicky-herb flavor that complements the soft texture.
- Adjust the salt after adding cheese to avoid oversalting.
- Fresh chives add vibrant color and a gentle onion flavor; they can be substituted with other fresh herbs like parsley or tarragon if desired.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Keywords: soft scrambled eggs, cheesy scrambled eggs, Boursin cheese eggs, quick breakfast, creamy scrambled eggs, easy brunch recipe
