Savory Chive-Scrambled Eggs with Spinach

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Fluffy eggs cooked with fresh spinach and chives for a protein-rich breakfast that cooks in minutes. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, combines eggs, fresh spinach, fresh chives into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 2, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 5 min Serves 2 American cuisine 250 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Whisk 4 large eggs in a bowl with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper until fully combined.
  2. Step 2: Melt 1 tbsp butter in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat until shimmering.
  3. Step 3: Add 1/2 cup chopped fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted and bright green.
  4. Step 4: Pour in the whisked eggs, then use a silicone spatula to gently fold the mixture while scraping the pan bottom, cooking for 2-3 minutes until softly set but still moist.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives and optional 1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese, cooking for 1 more minute until cheese melts and eggs are fully set.

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