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Home Recipe Index Breakfast Egg Dishes

10-Minute Spinach Cheddar Frittata

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By: Rachel TiemeyerPosted: 4/10/24Updated: 10/22/24

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This 10-minute Spinach Cheddar Frittata is one of those short-cut weeknight meals to whip up when you’re dog tired and the grocery budget is low. It’s satiating, healthy, and super easy to make and tweak to your liking.

Spinach frittata in a pan with a slice being lifted out. this …


 
Table of Contents
  • Why I Like This Spinach Frittata Recipe
  • Ingredients
  • How to Make 10-Minute Spinach Frittata
  • Tips for Success
  • Variations on Spinach Frittata
  • What to Serve with Spinach Frittata
  • FAQs
  • More Easy Egg Recipes
  • 10-Minute Spinach Cheddar Frittata

Why I Like This Spinach Frittata Recipe

  • Super easy and cheap! It’s hard to mess up this simple egg dish.
  • Only takes 10 minutes from start to finish.
  • You can make it ahead and eat on it all week.
  • It’s customizable. Add in cooked bacon, sausage, fresh herbs, a different kind of cheese. It’s your choice.
  • Use leftovers on Breakfast Sandwiches or in Breakfast Burritos.

Ingredients

The ingredients for this vegetarian frittata are simple, healthy, and cheap.

Ingredients on a cutting board for making a spinach cheese frittata.
  • Large eggs
  • Milk – Any kind will work, but I tested this with 2% milk.
  • Baby spinach – I chop mine pretty finely. See some vegetable variation ideas below.
  • Shredded cheddar cheese – I’ve also tested this with shredded Colby Jack, crumbled feta, and goat cheese, and they are all delicious subs.
  • Salt and pepper – You can also add in a little red pepper flakes for some heat.

How to Make 10-Minute Spinach Frittata

My version is very simple and fast! Find the full printable recipe below.

  1. Place an oven rack in the top 1/3rd of the oven. Preheat the broiler to high.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Stir in the chopped spinach and cheese.
  3. Heat an oven-safe, 12-inch skillet over medium heat and spray with cooking spray. Once pan is hot, pour egg mixture in and stir gently with a spatula to spread out spinach and cheese. Leave it alone to cook for about 3 minutes, until the bottom is set.
  4. Transfer pan to the top oven rack. Broil for 1-3 minutes or just until set on top. Keep a close eye on it and remove before it overcooks.
  5. Let cool for a few minutes. Slice and serve.
Spinach cheese frittata on a plate with grapes.

Tips for Success

  • I have best results in a 12-inch cast iron skillet.
  • Cook time may vary depending on the type of pan you use, so mainly go by how the frittata looks not the exact cook times in the recipe.
  • You are looking for the bottom of the egg mixture to be set before moving the pan to the oven.
  • Crack the oven and watch closely as it broils at the end. Remove right before or just as it sets on top. The key is not overcooking it!
  • You can saute the spinach first before adding the eggs, if you’d it to be softer. I just like the short cut of finely chopping it and adding it in at the same time.

Variations on Spinach Frittata

This Spinach Frittata is very forgiving, so feel free to customize it to your preferences. Here are some variation ideas of what you could do:

  • Fry several slices of bacon in the pan, chop it up, and add it to the egg mixture.
  • Cook crumbled Italian sausage in the pan and then pour in the egg mixture.
  • Saute diced onions, peppers, mushrooms, kale, and/or garlic in oil and then pour in the egg mixture.
  • Add fresh chopped herbs, like parsley, basil, chives, or dill to the egg mixture.
  • Use a different kind of cheese, such as crumbled feta, goat cheese, or another shredded cheese you like.

What to Serve with Spinach Frittata

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FAQs

What is the difference between a frittata and an omelet?

A frittata is started over the stove for a few minutes and then this one is finished under the broiler in the oven for a few minutes. Unlike an omelet, it requires no stirring or flipping, which can be a mess when making an omelet.

Can I substitute fresh spinach with frozen spinach?

I have not tested this specific recipe with frozen spinach. However, based on other recipes I make with frozen spinach, this could work. You will have to thaw it and squeeze out as much liquid as possible before using.

How should I store leftover Spinach Frittata?

Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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Spinach and Bacon Quiche

It’s hard to screw up this yummy spinach frittata recipe. Now that’s my kind of weeknight meal!

Did you make this? Snap a photo and tag us on Instagram at @thrivinghome so we can see your creations and cheer you on!

Spinach cheese frittata on a plate with grapes.
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10-Minute Spinach Cheddar Frittata

10-minute Spinach Cheddar Frittata is the breakfast (or dinner) of champions. Only 4 main ingredients, easy, and full of flavor. So much yum!

Yield: 6 servings 1x
Prep: 2 minutesCook: 8 minutesTotal: 10 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 10 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup milk (any kind works but I used 2%)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1–2 cups loosely packed baby spinach, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (sub: crumbled feta or goat cheese)

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Instructions

  1. Place an oven rack in the top 1/3rd of the oven. Preheat the broiler to high.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Stir in the chopped spinach and cheese.
  3. Heat an oven-safe, 12-inch skillet over medium heat and spray with cooking spray. Once pan is hot, pour egg mixture in and stir gently with a spatula to spread out spinach and cheese. Leave it alone to cook for about 3 minutes, until the bottom is set.
  4. Transfer pan to the top oven rack. Broil for 1-3 minutes or just until set on top. Keep a close eye on it and remove before it overcooks.
  5. Let cool for a few minutes. Slice and serve.

Notes/Tips

  • I have best results in a 12 inch cast iron skillet.
  • Cook time may vary depending on the type of pan you use, so mainly go by how the frittata looks not the exact cook times in the recipe.
  • I have not tested this specific recipe with frozen spinach. However, based on other recipes I make with frozen spinach, this could work. You will have to thaw it and squeeze out as much liquid as possible before using.
  • How to Add in More Veggies: Saute diced onions, peppers, mushrooms, kale, and/or garlic in oil and then pour in the egg mixture. It may take a little longer to cook with this addition.
  • How to Add Meat: Cook chopped bacon or crumbled breakfast sausage in the pan. Then pour the egg mixture over it, stir, and follow recipe instructions. It may take a little longer to cook with this addition. You could also add in some chopped deli ham to the egg mixture.
  • Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • You can saute the spinach first before adding the eggs, if you’d it to be softer. I just like the short cut of finely chopping it and adding it in at the same time.
© Author: Rachel Tiemeyer
Method: Stovetop

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As co-founder of Thriving Home, Rachel dreams about creating recipes (literally) and uses her husband, her 3 kids, and even the neighbors as guinea pigs several nights a week. She believes that good food has the power to bring families and friends closer together and continues to wake up excited about her job each day, even after 10+ years!

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  1. Christelle says

    Posted on 11/2/22 at 9:08 pm

    Great recipe. It was an easy way to get the kids to eat spinach

    Reply
    • Carla from Thriving HomeCarla from Thriving Home says

      Posted on 11/3/22 at 9:06 am

      Always glad to hear when sneaky vegetables work! Thanks Christelle.

      Reply
  2. Sandy says

    Posted on 10/21/22 at 12:29 pm

    Super easy and delicious!!

    Reply
    • Carla from Thriving HomeCarla from Thriving Home says

      Posted on 10/23/22 at 10:04 am

      Thanks so much for taking time to leave a review Sandy!

      Reply
  3. Jamie Kueber says

    Posted on 9/5/22 at 9:28 pm

    Best frittata recipe!

    Reply
    • Carla FletcherCarla Fletcher says

      Posted on 9/6/22 at 9:34 am

      So glad you like it!

      Reply
  4. Mary says

    Posted on 8/2/22 at 4:38 pm

    Thank you.

    Reply
    • Rachel Tiemeyer says

      Posted on 8/3/22 at 2:57 pm

      You’re welcome!

      Reply

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