Baked Denver Omelet
Baked Denver Omelet is a delicious brunch or breakfast dish that is so easy to make. The classic combination of eggs, ham, cheese, bell peppers and onions baked together in a pie dish making it easy to serve a family.
Omelets are one of our favorites for breakfast and this casserole version is my new go-to recipe for an easy make ahead breakfast. When you see how easy it comes together, you’ll be making it again and again.
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Baked omelets make a great addition to your Easter brunch or special weekend get together with family and friends. I love how light and fluffy the eggs turn out and the flavor combination is amazing.
How to Bake a Denver Omelet:
- Add eggs, cream (or milk), salt, red pepper flakes, and garlic to a mixing bowl and beat together.
- Mix in diced ham, diced peppers, diced onions and shredded cheese.
- Pour into a greased pie dish. Top with asparagus spears if desired.
- Bake for 45- 50 minutes or until eggs are set.
- Remove from oven and allow to rest 10 minutes before serving.
How to Store and Reheat a Baked Omelet:
If you are making a baked omelet in advance, allow it to cool. Wrap with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve. It will keep in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
To reheat, cut into wedges and heat on a baking sheet at 325° for about 8 – 10 minutes.
[mv_create title=”Easy Breakfast & Brunch Recipes” key=”904″ type=”list” layout=”grid”]Denver Omelets are sometimes called western omelets and have been a long time restaurant favorite and it’s so simple to bake one up right at home.
Time Saving Tip:
To save time, chop your ham and vegetables ahead of time and mix up your omelet together when you are ready to bake it.
Add this baked Denver omelet to your holiday brunch menu or make it for dinner. It’s really flavorful and delicious and sure to be a family favorite.
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Baked Denver Omelet
Ingredients
- non stick cooking spray
- 8 large eggs
- ½ cup heavy cream or milk
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon granulated garlic
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 cups diced ham
- 1 cup diced onions
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup shredded cheese colby-jack or cheddar
- 2 asparagus spears optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°.
- Spray a pie plate with non stick cooking spray and set aside.
- Add eggs, cream, salt, granulated garlic, red pepper flakes to a bowl and whisk together.
- Mix in diced ham, onions, peppers and cheese.
- Pour into prepared pie plate.
- Top with asparagus spears if desired.
- Bake for 45- 50 minutes or until eggs are set.
- Remove from oven and allow to rest 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
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Looks good. Some fried bacon pieces added would work too.
Hi Ed,
I must agree. Bacon makes everything a little better.
~ Milisa
I love this recipe as is but I like to put one cup of salsa on the bottom of the pie plate then add the Denver omelet ingredients on top once in awhile just for a change. Very good
Looks great as it probably taste, I am serving my visitors this one morning for breakfast along with homemade biscuits and jelly! Boy can’t wait!! Thanks keep these good recipes coming..