Savory Spinach and Chive Scrambled Eggs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-13 · Updated 2026-04-13

Creamy scrambled eggs packed with fresh spinach and aromatic chives for a protein-rich breakfast. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, combines eggs, milk, butter 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 220 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

• 4 large eggs
• 2 tbsp milk
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 cup fresh spinach
• 2 tbsp chives
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Whisk 4 large eggs and 2 tbsp milk in a bowl until smooth, then season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Melt 1 tbsp butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat, add 1 cup fresh spinach, and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted.
3. Step 3: Pour in egg mixture and cook, stirring gently with a spatula, for 3-4 minutes until softly set but still moist.
4. Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp chopped chives, cook for 1 more minute, then serve immediately.