Creamy pockets of goat cheese and fresh garden tomatoes make this baked frittata a standout breakfast. You'll start the eggs on the stove to build a solid base, then move the skillet straight to the oven for a perfectly set center. It's a fantastic way to use up leftover herbs, and the tangy cheese melts beautifully into the warm eggs. Serve it hot from the pan or at room temperature for a relaxed weekend brunch.
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
Servings
4
Course
Breakfast
Cuisine
Italian
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Difficulty
Easy
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Cost
Budget
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Spice
Mild
Equipment
Oven
Skillet
Ingredients
8 large eggs
cup milk
½ teaspoon salt
teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 ripe medium tomato, chopped
2 tablespoons snipped fresh chives
1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
1 package (3½ ounces) goat cheese
Instructions
1Heat the oven to 375°F. Whisk the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl until completely smooth. A well-beaten mixture ensures a fluffier texture. Fold the chopped tomato and snipped chives into the egg mixture.
2Melt the butter or olive oil in an oven-safe 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Pour the prepared egg mixture directly into the hot pan.
3Spoon small dollops of the goat cheese evenly over the surface of the eggs. Let the mixture cook undisturbed for 3 to 4 minutes until the edges just begin to set.
4Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the center is fully set. Baking prevents the bottom from burning while the top finishes cooking. Carefully loosen the edges, slide the baked eggs onto a warm serving platter, and slice into wedges.
Notes
Equipment: If your skillet handle isn't oven-safe, wrap it tightly with a double layer of aluminum foil before baking.
Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Enjoy cold or gently reheated.
Swap: Feta or ricotta works beautifully if you don't have goat cheese on hand.