Description
This Air Fryer Frittata is a quick and healthy breakfast or brunch dish that combines fluffy eggs with cottage cheese, shredded cheese, and a medley of vegetables and optional chicken sausage. Cooked conveniently in the air fryer, it results in a perfectly set, deliciously savory frittata ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup cooked chicken sausage, diced (optional)
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach
- 1/4 cup diced onions
Other
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 7-inch round cake pan or a similar oven-safe dish that fits in your air fryer basket using cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, shredded cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Add Vegetables and Meat: Gently fold in the diced bell peppers, chopped spinach, diced onions, and cooked chicken sausage if using, evenly distributing the ingredients throughout the mixture.
- Pour into Pan: Pour the prepared egg mixture into the greased cake pan, spreading it evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Cook: Place the pan into the air fryer basket and cook at 350°F (175°C) for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the frittata is fully set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Serve: Allow the frittata to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm.
Notes
- You can omit the chicken sausage to make this recipe vegetarian.
- Feel free to substitute vegetables based on preference or availability, such as mushrooms or zucchini.
- If you don’t have cottage cheese, ricotta cheese is a good alternative.
- Ensure the pan fits comfortably in your air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation.
- Check doneness starting at 15 minutes to avoid overcooking.
