Fried Eggs with Ham and Bell Peppers
A hearty skillet dish of eggs fried in olive oil with savory ham and sweet bell peppers. Simple ingredients, big flavor, perfect for breakfast or a quick dinner.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 20g
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large, sliced bell pepper
- 4 oz, diced ham
- 4 large eggs
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 sliced bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly charred, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Add 4 oz diced ham to the skillet. Cook, stirring, until the ham is heated through and slightly browned at the edges, about 3 minutes.
- 3
Spread the pepper and ham evenly across the skillet. Crack 4 eggs directly over the mixture, spacing them apart.
- 4
Season the eggs with 0.5 tsp salt and 0.25 tsp black pepper. Cover the skillet and cook until the egg whites are set but yolks are still runny, about 3-4 minutes.
- 5
Remove from heat. Serve immediately, scooping each egg with some ham and peppers onto plates.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet with lid
- Spatula
- Knife
- Cutting board
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