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Skillet Baked Eggs with Cream and Herbs

Creamy baked eggs in a buttery skillet, finished with fresh herbs and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes. A quick, satisfying breakfast or light meal.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
350
Protein
13g
Skillet Baked Eggs with Cream and Herbs
comfortingquickAmericanvegetariangluten-freeeggssoftcreamy

Ingredients

  • 4 large eggs
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (such as chives, parsley, or dill), chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the 1 tbsp butter in a 9-inch oven-safe skillet and put it in the oven to melt, about 2-3 minutes.

  2. 2

    Remove the skillet from the oven and swirl to coat the bottom with butter. Carefully crack the 4 eggs into the skillet, spacing them evenly.

  3. 3

    Pour the 1/2 cup heavy cream around the eggs, avoiding the yolks. Sprinkle with the 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.

  4. 4

    Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still soft and jiggle slightly when the skillet is gently shaken.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle with the 2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs and a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like. Serve immediately straight from the skillet.

Tools you’ll need

  • 9-inch oven-safe skillet
  • Oven
  • Measuring spoons
  • Small bowl (for herbs)

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