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Bell Pepper Frittata

A golden, fluffy egg dish that brings together sweet bell peppers with creamy eggs, cooked from stovetop to oven for perfect texture.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Bell Pepper Frittata
  • 8 large eggs
  • 120ml (½ cup) whole milk
  • 2 medium bell peppers, any color, sliced into strips
  • 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 85g (¾ cup) shredded cheese (gruyere or cheddar)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (chives, parsley, or thyme)

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and half the fresh herbs until well combined. The mixture should look smooth and pale yellow with tiny herb flecks throughout.
  2. Heat olive oil in a 25cm (10-inch) oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Cook the sliced onions for 3-4 minutes until they start turning translucent and smell sweetly aromatic.
  3. Add the bell pepper strips and minced garlic, cooking for another 5-6 minutes until the peppers soften and develop slight caramelization at the edges.
  4. Pour the whisked egg mixture directly over the sautéed vegetables in the skillet. Don't stir – just give the pan a gentle shake to help the eggs settle evenly around the peppers.
  5. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the surface, allowing some pieces to sink slightly into the eggs.
  6. Let the frittata cook undisturbed on the stovetop for 3-4 minutes until you notice the edges beginning to set and pull slightly away from the sides.
  7. Transfer the entire skillet to your preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes until the center is set but still has a slight wobble when you gently shake the pan.
  8. Remove from oven and let rest for 3-5 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining fresh herbs and cut into wedges directly in the pan for serving.

Notes

This frittata reheats beautifully and is perfect for meal prep. Cook on medium heat to avoid rubbery eggs. Remove when center still has slight wobble as it continues cooking from residual heat. Store covered in refrigerator for up to 4 days. Can be enjoyed warm or cold. Avoid freezing as eggs can become watery when thawed.