Air Fryer Frittata

Air fryer frittata is a quick and easy breakfast to start your day. It’s a simple and protein-packed healthy breakfast. Frittata is an effortless recipe made with the combination of veggies, cheese, and meat (optional).

The good part of making air fryer frittata is, that you can use all the leftovers and make a new healthy, and delicious dish. Your healthy and delicious breakfast gets ready in no time. I usually like to make frittata when there is a lot of leftover from the party last night. And I can use the leftover meat and fresh veggies to make a delicious frittata. If you have a picky eater this is the best way to feed them. I’m sure they’ll have this without any complaints.

You can make varieties of frittata, make air fryer vegetable frittata by only adding your favorite veggies. I love making egg recipes most of the time for my quick breakfast. So, if you like making this type of quick breakfast recipe, be sure to check, the air fryer egg bites and air fryer hard boiled eggs.

What Is A Breakfast Frittata?

A breakfast frittata is fluffy, cheesy, and loaded with fresh vegetables that are whisked together in the egg batter. Frittata is a versatile dish that can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

How to make air fryer frittata?

Air fryer frittata is the easiest way to make a delicious breakfast. Add your favorite vegetables, cheese, and meat, and whisk them together in the egg batter. Your fluffy and cheesy frittata gets ready in no time.

Ingredients for air fryer frittata:

• 3 eggs
• ½ cup spinach (chopped)
• 1 small tomato (diced)
• 1 small onion (finely chopped)
• ¼ cup mozzarella cheese
• 1 spring onion (finely chopped)
• 1 sausage (cooked and chopped)
• Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions for air fryer frittata:

1. Take a large mixing bowl crack the eggs and beat them.
2. After that add the vegetables, sausage, salt, and pepper. Mix them well until well combined.
3. Preheat the air fryer to 160C/320F for 5 minutes.
4. Take an oven-safe pan that fits in your air fryer basket and brush a generous amount of oil or butter. Then pour the frittata mixture into the pan.
5. 
6. Cook them at 160C/320F for 12-15 minutes.
7. Let it sit before removing it from the pan to avoid breaking.
8. Slice, serve and enjoy.

You can find the air fryer frittata recipe in the printable card below

What to serve with air fryer frittata?

Frittata can be eaten as it is. However, you can serve them with chicken sausage in air fryer or air fryer bacon for a quick breakfast.

For lunch or dinner, you can serve it with frozen chicken breast in air fryer, air fryer diced potatoes, and salad.

Tips for making the best frittata in an air fryer?

• Do not skip the preheating process before making any type of food in an air fryer.
• Use an oven-proof pan while making air fryer frittata.
• Make sure to cut the vegetables into small pieces to avoid uncooked veggies in the frittata.
• To avoid the eggs sticking to the pan, line it with parchment paper.
• If you are adding the meat to the frittata you should precook and dice them before adding them into the batter.

Other healthy egg recipes you’ll love:

• Air fryer poached eggs
• Air fryer egg toast

Topping ideas and recipe variation

You can add your favorite vegetables while making air fryer frittata or seasonal vegetables that are easily available. Here are some of the vegetables you can add while making a frittata.

Vegetables:

• Spinach
• Onions
• Cheese
• Peas
• Mushroom
• Green beans (cooked)
• Broccoli/Cauliflower
• Corn

Meat:

• Sausages (cooked and diced)
• Bacon (cooked and diced)
• Ham (cooked and diced)
• Minced meat (cooked)

Topping:

• Sour cream
• Fresh herbs
• Ketchup

How long do you cook frittata in an air fryer?

Every air fryer works differently depending on its brand. The correct way of cooking air fryer frittata is on low heat for about 12-15 minutes. Cooking in low heat allows the frittata to cook completely without burning.

However, the oven-proof pan size plays a vital role. If you have a bigger pan the frittata mixture gets enough space to cook quicker than in a smaller pan.

Can you freeze the air fryer frittata?

Frittata is best when served hot and fresh. If you have a leftover frittata then let them cool down completely slice and place in an airtight container. Store them in the refrigerator and they are good for 2-3 days.

If you are thinking to store them for a longer period of time they can be frozen too. Wrap each slice of frittata in a plastic wrap, then wrap with a foil and place them in your freezer. They are good for 2-3 months.

Here are some of the frequently asked questions:

Can I make a frittata in an air fryer?

Yes, you can make a frittata in an air fryer. Follow the simple and easy steps explained above to make air fryer frittata.

Do I need to add cream to the frittata?

Yes, you can add cream to the frittata, but it is not required. However, the cream helps to make the frittata a bit thicker and also adds calorie count.

What is the difference between a frittata and an omelet?

Omelet cooks faster over high heat and is served hot. Whereas, the frittata is cooked slowly over low heat. You can serve an omelet for a quick weekdays breakfast and serve the frittata on your weekends.

How do you make an omelette in an air fryer?

Making omelette in an air fryer is super easy. Here is the step-by-step air fryer omelette recipe you can try.

Is a frittata just a quiche?

Quiche has a pie crust and frittata doesn’t.

Equipment:
Air fryer

Course: Breakfast, Main Course
Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition

Calories- 378 kcal | Total Fat- 25g | Saturated Fat- 11g | Protein- 30g | Carbohydrates- 3g | Cholesterol-441mg | Sodium- 690 mg | Sugar- 1g | Potassium- 327mg |Vitamin A- 895IU | Vitamin C- 13mg | Calcium- 67mg | Iron- 3 mg |

If you like the air fryer frittata recipe, look what else you can air fry:

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