Savory Herb-Scented Scrambled Eggs with Crispy Bacon

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-13 · Updated 2026-04-13

Tender scrambled eggs infused with fresh herbs, topped with perfectly crisp bacon for a satisfying low-carb breakfast ready in 15 minutes. This american-inspired breakfast (keto) ready in about 15 minutes combines Eggs, Heavy cream, Fresh dill 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 420 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.

Ingredients

• 6 large Eggs
• 2 tbsp Heavy cream
• 1 tbsp, finely chopped Fresh dill
• 1 tbsp, finely chopped Fresh chives
• 1 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 4 slices Applewood-smoked bacon
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1/8 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 2 tbsp heavy cream, 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill, 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until fully combined and slightly frothy.
2. Step 2: Melt 1 tbsp unsalted butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Pour in the egg mixture and cook gently, stirring occasionally with a silicone spatula, for 4-5 minutes until softly set but still slightly moist.
3. Step 3: While eggs cook, cook 4 slices applewood-smoked bacon in a separate skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side until crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, then crumble over the finished eggs before serving.