🥚🧀 Ham and Cheese Omelette
A fluffy, golden omelette filled with savory ham and melted cheese—perfect for a quick, protein-packed breakfast, brunch, or light dinner.
⏱️ Time
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Servings: 1
🛒 Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon milk or heavy cream (optional, for a fluffier omelette)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ½ cup diced cooked ham
- ½ cup shredded cheddar, Swiss, Monterey Jack, or mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional)
Optional Add-Ins
- Sautéed mushrooms
- Diced bell peppers
- Baby spinach
- Green onions
- Diced tomatoes (seeded)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Beat the Eggs
In a bowl, whisk together:
- Eggs
- Milk or cream (if using)
- Salt
- Black pepper
Whisk until the mixture is smooth and slightly frothy.
2. Warm the Filling
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced ham and cook for 1–2 minutes, just until warmed through.
Transfer the ham to a plate.
3. Cook the Omelette
Reduce the heat to medium-low.
Add the butter to the skillet.
Once melted, pour in the beaten eggs.
As the eggs begin to set, gently push the cooked edges toward the center while tilting the pan so the uncooked egg flows underneath.
Cook until the top is mostly set but still slightly glossy.
4. Add the Filling
Sprinkle the ham over one half of the omelette.
Top with the shredded cheese.
5. Fold
Using a spatula, carefully fold the empty half over the filling.
Cook for 1–2 more minutes, until the cheese is melted.
6. Serve
Slide the omelette onto a warm plate.
Garnish with chopped chives or parsley if desired.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Buttered toast or an English muffin
- Crispy hash browns
- Roasted breakfast potatoes
- Fresh fruit salad
- Sliced avocado
- Mixed greens with a light vinaigrette
💡 Tips
- Cook over medium-low heat to keep the omelette tender.
- Freshly grated cheese melts more smoothly than pre-shredded cheese.
- Don’t overfill the omelette, or it may tear when folded.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika or a dash of hot sauce.
🧊 Storage
- Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Reheating: Microwave in 20–30 second intervals or warm gently in a skillet over low heat.
🍴 Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 430
- Protein: 33 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fat: 31 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
This Ham and Cheese Omelette is a classic breakfast favorite that’s fluffy, cheesy, and satisfying—ready in just minutes with simple ingredients. Enjoy!