One-Pan Ham Swiss Frittata (Printer View)

Ham, Swiss cheese, and veggies combine for a tasty one-pan meal—easy cleanup and perfect for any occasion.

# Components:

→ Eggs & Dairy

01 - 8 large eggs
02 - 1/4 cup whole milk
03 - 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese

→ Meats

04 - 1 cup diced cooked ham

→ Vegetables

05 - 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
06 - 1 cup chopped baby spinach
07 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

→ Spices & Seasonings

08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

→ For Cooking

11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
02 - Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 3 minutes until translucent.
03 - Add diced ham to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in chopped spinach and cherry tomatoes; cook for 1 minute until spinach is wilted.
04 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, salt, pepper, and dried thyme. Fold in half of the shredded Swiss cheese.
05 - Evenly pour the egg mixture over the ham and vegetables in the skillet. Sprinkle the remaining Swiss cheese over the top.
06 - Cook on the stovetop for 2 to 3 minutes until the edges of the mixture begin to set.
07 - Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the center is puffed and fully set.
08 - Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Making everything in a single pan keeps cleanup blissfully minimal—but no flavor lost.
  • The frittata is packed with protein yet light, perfect for satisfying a crowd or prepping weekday lunches.
02 -
  • If you skip greasing the skillet, the frittata will stick stubbornly—learned this after a breakfast disaster.
  • Mixing the cheese in with the eggs helps the whole frittata stay moist rather than forming just a crust.
03 -
  • Don't skimp on preheating the oven or the skillet—it prevents undercooked spots.
  • The secret to a fluffy frittata is not to overmix the eggs—stop once they're evenly combined.
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