One-Pan Ham Swiss Frittata (Printer-friendly)

Ham, Swiss cheese, and vegetables baked in one pan. Quick, savory, and ideal for meal prep or brunch.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 halved cherry tomatoes

→ 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

# Directions:

01 - Set oven temperature to 375°F and allow to preheat fully before beginning.
02 - Warm olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add diced yellow onion and sauté for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
03 - Add diced ham to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in baby spinach and cherry tomatoes, cooking for 1 minute until spinach is wilted.
04 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Fold in half of the shredded Swiss cheese until thoroughly combined.
05 - Pour the whisked egg mixture evenly over the ham and vegetables in the skillet. Sprinkle remaining Swiss cheese on top.
06 - Cook the mixture on the stovetop for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the edges to just begin setting.
07 - Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until frittata is puffed and set in the center.
08 - Remove from oven and allow to cool several minutes. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • You only mess up one pan, which is basically magic for cleanup.
  • The creamy, nutty Swiss cheese and savory ham create a brunch-worthy flavor, any day of the week.
02 -
  • If you flip the oven too soon the center stays runny: patience pays off.
  • Adding spinach late keeps it vibrant instead of mushy; early mistakes turned it sad and gray.
03 -
  • Let the frittata rest after baking—this preserves moisture.
  • Half the cheese inside, half on top creates the perfect cheesy layer.
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