One-Pan Ham Cheese Frittata (Printable Version)

Protein-packed frittata with ham, cheddar, spinach, and tomatoes, perfect for quick breakfast or meal prep.

# What You'll Need:

→ Eggs & Dairy

01 - 8 large eggs
02 - 1/4 cup whole milk
03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Meats

05 - 1 cup diced cooked ham

→ Vegetables

06 - 1 cup baby spinach, chopped
07 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
08 - 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion

→ Spices & Seasonings

09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
12 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped

→ Oils

13 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

# Method:

01 - Set oven to 375°F (190°C).
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until thoroughly combined.
03 - Stir cheddar cheese and Parmesan into the egg mixture until evenly distributed.
04 - Heat olive oil in a 10-12 inch oven-safe nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add red onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
05 - Add diced ham, chopped spinach, and halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally until combined.
06 - Pour the egg mixture evenly over the ham and vegetables in the skillet. Use a spatula to gently distribute all ingredients.
07 - Cook on stovetop for 2-3 minutes until the edges just begin to set.
08 - Transfer skillet to preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes until the center is just set and the top is lightly golden.
09 - Remove from oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes before slicing.
10 - Slice into wedges and serve immediately with fresh chives garnish, or cool completely and refrigerate in airtight containers for meal prep.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It's genuinely foolproof once you stop worrying about getting the flip perfect.
  • One pan means one thing to wash, which might be the real breakfast miracle here.
  • Meal prep gold: slice it, store it, grab it cold or reheated all week long.
02 -
  • The frittata keeps cooking slightly after it comes out of the oven, so pull it when the center still looks barely set and not when it looks fully done.
  • An oven-safe skillet is non-negotiable here; a wooden or plastic handle will melt, and I learned that the hard way at a dinner party.
03 -
  • Taste the egg mixture before pouring it into the skillet; you can adjust seasoning then but not after it starts cooking.
  • Room temperature eggs mix more smoothly and cook more evenly than cold ones straight from the fridge.
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