20 Eggy Frittata Recipes for a Well-Rounded Meal Any Time of Day

Fill your frittata with asparagus, bacon, broccoli, bok choy, and more.

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Eric Adjepong's salmon and arugula frittata with a side salad
Credit: Emily Kordovich

What’s not to love about a frittata? Cooked in a single skillet over low heat and often finished in the oven or under the broiler, this eggy Italian delight is akin to an open-faced omelet or crustless quiche. Thoughtfully prepared with a handful of ingredients or thrown together with the meat, veggies, cheese, or leftovers you have in the fridge, it’s bound to be delicious. Plus, a frittata can be served warm or at room temperature any time of day — round out your plate with a crisp salad and crusty bread for a satisfying meal. Browse our best frittata recipes from Nancy Silverton, Marc Murphy, Tom Colicchio, and more, and get ready to crack open some eggs.

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Swiss Chard Frittata

Swiss Chard Frittata

Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Claire Spollen

2007 F&W Best New Chef April Bloomfield’s Swiss chard frittata is topped with dollops of mint-flecked yogurt before going into the oven. Blanch the chard and mix the yogurt in advance for easier mealtime prep.

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Pasta Frittata with Mushrooms

Pasta Frittata with Mushrooms

Food & Wine / Photo by Jason Donnelly / Food Styling by Lauren Mcanelly / Prop Styling by Natalie Ghazali

Repurpose leftover sauced pasta for this easy, satisfying frittata from Naples. Though spaghetti with red sauce is traditional, the dish works beautifully with other shapes and cheese-based white sauces as well. Sautéed mushrooms and prosciutto make this version especially hearty.

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Salmon and Arugula Frittata with Pesto

Eric Adjepong's salmon and arugula frittata with a side salad
Emily Kordovich

Salmon features two ways in this pesto frittata: Cooked salmon goes into the baked egg mixture, while fresh smoked salmon makes for a decadent garnish. Serve alongside crisp greens drizzled with lemon juice for a bright, fresh plate.

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Broccoli Frittata

Broccoli Frittata
© Antonis Achilleos

In this recipe from chef and Chopped judge Marc Murphy, broccoli florets are sautéed until tender, bound with eggs, and topped with cheese, then finished under the broiler for a lightly browned top.

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Five-Herb Frittata with Prosciutto and Parmesan

Five-Herb Frittata Prosciutto and Parmesan
John Kernick

A blend of mint, parsley, chives, oregano, and thyme brings fresh balance to salty toppings of torn prosciutto and shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano in this creamy 15-minute frittata.

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Spinach, Feta, and Tarragon Frittata

Spinach, Feta, and Tarragon Frittata

Chas Plummer / Food Styling by Alison Attenborough

For this tried-and-true flavor combination, tender greens and fragrant herbs are folded into softly set eggs contrasted by sharp, briny feta. Finishing the frittata under the broiler ensures a lightly golden top and custardy interior.

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Cauliflower, Bacon, and Cheese Frittata

Cauliflower, Bacon, and Parmesan Frittata
© Lucy Schaeffer

The combination of crispy bacon, sautéed cauliflower, and Parmesan cheese is delectable here, but this recipe is a fantastic template for whatever veggie and cheese you have on hand.

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Asparagus and Bok Choy Frittata

Asparagus and Bok-Choy Frittata
© Karen Mordechai

Frittatas originated in Italy, but don’t let that stop you from giving yours an Asian spin. This one combines eggs and asparagus with bok choy, scallions, and ginger, served with a drizzle of toasted sesame oil for a nutty finish.

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Potato, Salami, and Cheese Frittata

Potato, Salami, and Cheese Frittata
© Christina Holmes

Frittatas are game for whatever add-ins you want, so why not chop up some leftover salami and toss it into the eggy mix? Tangy goat cheese and tender potatoes brilliantly complement the savory meat.

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Broccoli Rabe and Ricotta Frittata

Broccoli-Rabe and Ricotta Frittata

© Ben Dearnley

To temper the bitter bite of broccoli rabe, this frittata pairs it with mildly sweet ricotta and a quick blanch in salted water. Sautéed and baked into fluffy eggs, the dish is topped with a dusting of Parmesan before hitting the oven, adding a savory, salty finish.

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Kuku Sabzi (Persian Herb Frittata)

Persian Frittata (Kuku Sibzamini)
© Con Poulos

Shredded carrots, onion, zucchini, and potato give this classic Persian frittata a light, airy bite. The inclusion of brewed saffron imparts a distinct Persian flavor — the recipe makes more than you’ll need, so reserve the rest to perfume another dish.

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Brussels Sprout, Bacon, and Gruyère Frittata

Brussels Sprout, Bacon and Gruyere Frittata

Christina Holmes

This unbeatable frittata brings together the time-honored pairing of brussels sprouts and bacon, sautéed together before diving into an egg mixture enriched with whole milk and Gruyère. Let it set on the stove, then finish with a quick trip to the broiler.

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Asparagus and Zucchini Frittata

Asparagus-and-Zucchini Frittata
© John Kernick

Chef Chris Behr tucks tender asparagus and zucchini into beaten eggs, cooks the mixture on the stovetop just until it starts to set, then arranges delicate zucchini blossoms and dollops of creamy ricotta over the top before finishing the frittata in the oven.

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Sautéed Cauliflower Frittata with Thyme

Sautéed Cauliflower Frittata with Thyme
© John Kernick

Nancy Silverton finishes her frittata, studded with garlicky sautéed cauliflower florets and onion slices, with a sprinkle of breadcrumbs and thyme for an herbaceous crunch. Serve warm or at room temperature with truffle salt and balsamic vinegar.

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Yukon Gold Potato, Leek, and Fromage Blanc Frittata

Yukon Gold Potato, Leek and Fromage Blanc Frittata

© Con Poulos

Tangy and extra creamy, fromage blanc is matched with tender Yukon Gold potato cubes and thinly sliced leeks for a frittata you’ll come back to again and again.

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Frittata with Fresh Herbs

Frittata with Fresh Herbs
© Tina Rupp

Ribboned with snipped chives, tarragon, and both Parmesan and ricotta cheese, this frittata from 1995 F&W Best New Chef Anne Quatrano features the contrasting crunch of garlicky croutons.

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Potato Frittata with Prosciutto and Gruyère

Potato Frittata with Prosciutto and Gruyère
© James Baigrie

Fast, flexible, and easy to reheat, this recipe is one the late, celebrated chef Tom Valenti recommended you have on hand when hosting houseguests. “A frittata is just as good, or maybe better, at midnight,” he said.

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Stovetop Asparagus Frittata

Frittata with asparagus, prosciutto and crème fraîche.

© Chris Court

1990 F&W Best New Chef Nancy Silverton tops this single-serving frittata with roasted asparagus, salty prosciutto, and a silky-smooth dollop of crème fraîche. It’s ready in half an hour.

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Mini Herb Frittatas with Smoked Salmon

Mini Herb Frittatas with Smoked Salmon
© William Meppem

For this elegant hors d’oeuvre from Tom Colicchio and Sisha Ortuzar, a vibrant frittata made with herbs and scallions is cut into bite-size squares, each crowned with a dollop of crème fraîche, a ribbon of smoked salmon, and a delicate sprig of dill.

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Frittata Sandwich

Frittata Sandwich
© Matt Armedariz

Skip the fork: It’s only logical to sandwich frittata wedges between toasted slices of buttery brioche. Here, the egg is chock-full of greens and mozzarella for a hearty bite.

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