These spicy egg and cheese muffin melts stack jalapenos, green onion, a fried egg, and Cheddar slices on top of toasted English muffin halves. A turn under the broiler makes these delicious for wither breakfast or lunch.
1 English muffin, split
1 tablespoon salted butter, divided
2 large eggs
2 heaping teaspoons minced jalapeno or other chile pepper
1 green onion, divided
4 thin slices sharp Cheddar cheese
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Gather all ingredients. Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper.
Toast English muffin in a toaster on the bagel setting until crispy. Spread muffin with about 1 tablespoon butter, then lay butter side up on the prepared pan.
Melt remaining butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Crack eggs into the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Fry eggs to taste, turning once if desired.
Mix jalapeno and a spoonful of green onion together in a small bowl;. Scatter mixture over both muffin halves.
Transfer 1 egg on top of each muffin half. Lay 2 slices cheese onto each egg.
Turn on the oven’s broiler. Broil in the oven until cheese is bubbling. Serve with remaining green onion as a garnish.
