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Frittatas are the hero of breakfast and brunch because it can typically serve a crowd and is extremely versatile! Instead of serving a crowd, this single or double serve frittata recipe is made in the microwave in just five minutes.
This recipe is so quick and easy and if you are looking for a fast breakfast that is loaded with more flavor than a basic scrambled egg, then this is the recipe for you. I’ve found that frittatas can be made with virtually any vegetable, so as long as you have some eggs and a few vegetables hanging out in your fridge, you have everything you already need.
Why This Microwaved Frittata Recipe Works
Three minutes to cook in the microwave and no heavy cast iron pan to clean afterwards.
Make this in a mug and take it on the go for busy mornings or for a quick lunch.
Frittatas are super versatile, so no matter what you have ingredients in your fridge to make one of your own!
Ingredients For this Microwaved Frittata Recipe
Whole Eggs
Butter
Cooked Ham, optional
Green Bell Peppers
Spinach
Cherry Tomatoes
Cheese, of choice
Salt and Pepper
How to Cook this Easy Frittata in the Microwave
Place butter in a microwave safe bowl, cover with a plate, and microwave on high for 30 seconds or until butter is melted.
To the butter, add in ham, green peppers, and spinach (or whatever ingredients you choose), microwave on high for 1 minute.
Stir in beaten eggs, salt and pepper, microwave on high for 1-2 minutes or until a knife can be inserted and removed clean.
Sprinkle cheese on top and microwave for an additional 15 seconds or until cheese melts.
Cut into slices, top with tomato slices, and enjoy!
Favorite Frittata Flavor Combinations
Ham, asparagus, and swiss cheese
Broccoli, chopped onions, and cheddar cheese
Mushrooms, spinach, and feta cheese
Sausage, green bell peppers, and mozzarella cheese
Zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red bell peppers, spinach, and mushrooms
FAQs
Can I use pre-cooked vegetable in this frittata recipe?
Absolutely! If you know you are going to be in a hurry in the morning, you can skip the second step. Simply microwave your vegetables the night before and put the covered in the fridge to use in the morning. You can microwave your vegetables and eggs together for an even quicker frittata.
How do I make frittata in a mug?
It is so easy! Simply half the recipe and bake it in a mug. Use two eggs instead of four and still use the suggested 1 tablespoon of butter. The measurements for the ingredients do not have to be exact. In fact if there is more or less of one ingredient that you like, feel free to add it or take it out. Frittatas are incredibly customizable and there is no one right way to make it.
Easy Frittata in the Microwave
Frittatas are the hero of breakfast and brunch because it can typically serve a crowd and is extremely versatile! Instead of serving a crowd, this single or double serve frittata recipe is made in the microwave in just five minutes.
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our
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for more information.
Frittatas are the hero of breakfast and brunch because it can typically serve a crowd and is extremely versatile! Instead of serving a crowd, this single or double serve frittata recipe is made in the microwave in just five minutes.
This recipe is so quick and easy and if you are looking for a fast breakfast that is loaded with more flavor than a basic scrambled egg, then this is the recipe for you. I’ve found that frittatas can be made with virtually any vegetable, so as long as you have some eggs and a few vegetables hanging out in your fridge, you have everything you already need.
Why This Microwaved Frittata Recipe Works
Three minutes to cook in the microwave and no heavy cast iron pan to clean afterwards.
Make this in a mug and take it on the go for busy mornings or for a quick lunch.
Frittatas are super versatile, so no matter what you have ingredients in your fridge to make one of your own!
Ingredients For this Microwaved Frittata Recipe
Whole Eggs
Butter
Cooked Ham, optional
Green Bell Peppers
Spinach
Cherry Tomatoes
Cheese, of choice
Salt and Pepper
How to Cook this Easy Frittata in the Microwave
Place butter in a microwave safe bowl, cover with a plate, and microwave on high for 30 seconds or until butter is melted.
To the butter, add in ham, green peppers, and spinach (or whatever ingredients you choose), microwave on high for 1 minute.
Stir in beaten eggs, salt and pepper, microwave on high for 1-2 minutes or until a knife can be inserted and removed clean.
Sprinkle cheese on top and microwave for an additional 15 seconds or until cheese melts.
Cut into slices, top with tomato slices, and enjoy!
Favorite Frittata Flavor Combinations
Ham, asparagus, and swiss cheese
Broccoli, chopped onions, and cheddar cheese
Mushrooms, spinach, and feta cheese
Sausage, green bell peppers, and mozzarella cheese
Zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red bell peppers, spinach, and mushrooms
FAQs
Can I use pre-cooked vegetable in this frittata recipe?
Absolutely! If you know you are going to be in a hurry in the morning, you can skip the second step. Simply microwave your vegetables the night before and put the covered in the fridge to use in the morning. You can microwave your vegetables and eggs together for an even quicker frittata.
How do I make frittata in a mug?
It is so easy! Simply half the recipe and bake it in a mug. Use two eggs instead of four and still use the suggested 1 tablespoon of butter. The measurements for the ingredients do not have to be exact. In fact if there is more or less of one ingredient that you like, feel free to add it or take it out. Frittatas are incredibly customizable and there is no one right way to make it.
Easy Frittata in the Microwave
Frittatas are the hero of breakfast and brunch because it can typically serve a crowd and is extremely versatile! Instead of serving a crowd, this single or double serve frittata recipe is made in the microwave in just five minutes.
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Luscious775
on 9/6/25 at 11:19 pm
I tweaked my recipe, but it was good. I browned/sautéed frozen cut zucchini, 5 eggs, non cured bacon bits, with a bit of olive oil and garlic paste. I left out cheese because of health issues. I seasoned the zucchini with Italian seasoning and crushed peppers. Took way over 6 minutes to microwave due to extra egg I think!
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I tweaked my recipe, but it was good. I browned/sautéed frozen cut zucchini, 5 eggs, non cured bacon bits, with a bit of olive oil and garlic paste. I left out cheese because of health issues. I seasoned the zucchini with Italian seasoning and crushed peppers. Took way over 6 minutes to microwave due to extra egg I think!
I added a little mustard powder….delicious and so easy
Tried Frittata best we ever tasted. I forwarded to others they liked it too.
Best & easiest recipe I have ever had.
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Great! Everyone at my house will love it. I am going to try this for my friends too. Thanks For Sharing this amazing recipe.
This looks so good! Everyone at my house will love it! Thanks For Sharing this amazing recipe. Love it