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Last Updated on March 10, 2026 by Tracy
Learn how to make a quick and easy frittata with eggs, veggies, and your favorite protein. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner in under 20 minutes!
How To Make A Frittata
A frittata is one of those menu items that sounds fancy, but it really isn’t. A frittata is actually really easy to make, super easy to customize, and you can actually make it in a variety of ways. So, if you are looking for an easy breakfast recipe, lunch idea, or “brinner” recipe, make a frittata. You can’t go wrong!
What exactly is a frittata?
Think of a frittata as a crustless quiche. It’s fluffy, customizable, and the perfect way to turn eggs into a colorful, protein-packed meal. Unlike omelets, frittatas are easy to slice and serve to a crowd—or just enjoy for yourself!
Key Ingredients To Make A Frittata
- Eggs
I mean, really, you could get away with making a plain egg frittata but it may be a little boring.
I love adding fresh veggies and a little meat to my frittatas. For this frittata recipe I used:
- Eggs
- Mini Sweet Peppers – you could substitute a regular bell pepper
- Sweet Onion
- Steak – I had it leftover from dinner the day before, you can use any protein that you would like. BACON! Or leave it off for a meat-free frittata.
Simple Additions
- CHEESE! You can definitely top your frittata with cheese…and a lot of it.
Pro tip: Want a fun twist? Try my Protein-Packed Pizza Frittata for a cheesy, protein-filled breakfast that’s perfect for a weekend brunch!
Why I love making frittatas:
- They are EASY.
- I can use whatever veggies and protein I have in the refrigerator.
- They are pretty inexpensive to make.
- They look fancy when you serve a slice.
Well, Hellmann’s Creamy Sriracha Dip and Sauce is delicious on a lot of things, like my Chicken Fried Rice or my Egg Roll In A Bowl. But it’s a simple addition to your simple frittata that will really take your frittata to the next level. Plus, who doesn’t like creamy sriracha sauce?!
How do you make a frittata:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- Prepare the vegetables that you will be using – wash, dry, dice.
- Dice cooked meat.
- Heat a small amount of oil over medium heat in cast iron skillet or similar skillet that is oven safe.
- Saute your vegetables.
- Once the vegetables are soft, add in the cooked meat.
- Crack eggs into a medium size bowl, scramble with fork.
- Pour eggs into the skillet.
- Allow egg mixture to cook for about a minute, then place in the oven.
- Cook for 7-10 minutes until eggs are cooked throughout.
- Slice, serve, top with Creamy Sriracha Sauce.
Do you have to bake a frittata?
Nope! When I don’t feel like warming up the oven, I follow the directions as listed above but instead of putting it in the oven, I cover the skillet with a lid and allow the egg mixture to cook until done. About 5-10 minutes depending how big your frittata is.
Tips for the Best Frittata
- Use leftover proteins to reduce waste and add flavor.
- Add fresh herbs like parsley, chives, or basil for a flavor boost.
- Try seasonal vegetables for variety throughout the year.
- Top with a sauce or dip for a restaurant-style finish.
Ok, now onto my Easy Frittata Recipe. Be sure to Print It and Pin It so that you can make it again and again.
Easy Frittata
Equipment
- Stove
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 7 eggs
- ½ medium sweet onion diced
- 3 mini sweet peppers diced
- ½ tbsp olive oil extra virgin
- ½ cup diced steak cooked
- 1 tsp all purpose seasoning I used DUST by VooDoo Chef
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°
- Crack the eggs into a small-medium size bowl. Whisk/Scramble well with a fork. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil over medium heat in a oven-safe skillet. I used a 10' cast iron skillet.
- Add in the onions and peppers.
- Sauté until they start to soften, about 2 minutes.
- Add in the diced pre-cooked steak. Cook for 1 minute.
- Sprinkle on the seasoning. Stir well.
- Pour in the eggs.
- Allow to cook for approximately one minute, you will see the eggs start to form to the side.
- Place the pan into the preheated oven and cook for approximately 7 minutes or until eggs are thoroughly cooked.
- BE CAREFUL when removing the skillet from the oven! It WILL BE HOT!
- Slice and top with Hellmann's Creamy Sriracha Sauce right before serving.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition
Serving Ideas
- Breakfast or brunch with toast or fresh fruit
- Lunch or brinner with a side salad
- Cut into squares for meal prep or an easy snack
I hope you enjoy my easy Frittata recipe as much as we do!
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