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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast

    Chicken Omelette

    Published: Nov 19, 2021 · Modified: May 25, 2022 by Kate

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    This Chicken Omelette recipe shows you how to make a high protein breakfast using tasty shredded chicken and eggs. Stuff it with your favorite cheese and veggies to make it your own. This omelet is the perfect way to start the day!

    Close up of a shredded chicken omelette with cheese, spinach and tomatoes.
    Easy Shredded Chicken Omelette

    You'll love this easy protein-packed Chicken Omelette!

    Muffins, pancakes, and pastries all make a great breakfast, but most of the time it's a better option to have something filling, satisfying, and nutrient-dense to start your day.

    This recipe for a chicken omelet is packed with nutrition.

    The eggs themselves have healthy fats and vitamins. The spinach and tomato contain micronutrients, and the chicken is packed with a high amount of protein to complement the eggs.

    This breakfast will keep you satisfied until lunch or longer and is easily made in a skillet in 10 minutes or less.

    All you’ll need is cooked chicken, eggs, and your favorite melty cheese and vegetables!

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    • Why Make This Recipe
    • Ingredients
    • How to Make Chicken Omelette
    • Cook's Tips
    • Variations
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Storage & Freezing
    • FAQs
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    Why Make This Recipe

    This breakfast is very high in protein which will leave you full and satisfied to start your day.

    Added vegetables give this chicken omelette nutrients and fiber.

    It’s a great way to use any leftover cooked chicken you have from dinner or a rotisserie chicken.

    The vegetables and seasonings can be switched up to whatever flavors you enjoy.

    Ingredients

    • Eggs - Fresh eggs are used to create the pocket that the chicken and cheese will sit in. When choosing eggs for an omelette, use high quality eggs if you can.
    • Butter - Used to cook the eggs to allow them to solidify and not stick to the pan. It also adds a buttery flavor to the omelete that pairs well with cooked eggs.
    • Shredded Chicken - The addition of shredded chicken adds a dose of high protein making this breakfast healthy and satisfying.
    • Shredded Cheddar - Adds a warm melty texture and salty flavor that is a classic staple in omelette recipes. You can also use gruyere cheese.
    • Fresh Spinach - Gives this omelette a fresh green color and even more nutrients.
    • Tomato - Chopped tomato adds a natural sweetness and a fresh garden taste.
    • Parsley - Helps garnish the dish giving it a fresh herb taste and a contrasting pop of green color. You can also use freshly chopped chives.
    • Salt & Pepper - These two seasonings help balance the flavors and enhance the ingredients.

    Please scroll down to the recipe card below for the full quantities.

    How to Make Chicken Omelette

    Wondering how to make this recipe? It's easy!

    Just follow this step-by-step photo tutorial. Then, scroll down for the recipe card for the full ingredients list and recipe method.

    Whisk the eggs: Grab a medium sized bowl, then crack 2 eggs inside. Using a whisk, beat the eggs until they are completely combined. The mixture should be a golden yellow color with no visible egg whites.

    Prepare the chicken: You’ll want the chicken to be warm before you add them to the eggs. Warm up the shredded chicken in the microwave or saute it on a skillet over medium heat until warmed through. Set aside.

    Using a wooden spoon to pull the egg into the middle of the pan.

    Cook the eggs: Add the butter to a non-stick skillet over medium heat until it's melted. Tilt the pan to make sure the butter is covering the bottom of the pan. Add the whisked eggs, then tilt the pan so a layer of eggs is coating the entire bottom, then reduce the heat.

    Spinach and chopped tomatoes added to the omelet.

    Add the filling: Once the eggs are set on the bottom and almost on the top, add the chicken, cheese, spinach, and tomato on one side of the pan covering half of the eggs. Using a spatula, fold the rest of the egg over the toppings. Remove from the pan and serve with your favorite seasonings.

    Cook's Tips

    Whisk the eggs completely before adding them to the pan. This will ensure the eggs all cook at the same time and have an even texture. 

    For best results, use pasture-raised organic eggs for your omelette if you can. They contain healthy fats and additional nutrients for a power-packed breakfast. 

    If you don’t have any leftover chicken, buy a cooked rotisserie chicken and shred the meat off the bone to use in the omelette. Use any leftovers to make healthy meals. 

    Make sure you are using a non-stick skillet to make the eggs as they can easily stick to the pan even if using butter. 

    The eggs must be set on the bottom before adding the filling. You can tell when it's ready by giving the pan a light shake and seeing that the bottom is a lighter color than the top.

    Variations

    Spinach is used as the greens in this egg dish, but you can also use chopped kale, mustard greens, beet greens, or turnip greens.

    Change up the cheese by using your favorite. Gruyere, mozzarella, and Swiss cheese all melt well and add a great flavor to eggs.

    Don’t like chicken? Try using shredded beef or pulled pork instead.

    Add your favorite fresh or dried herbs to the egg mixture to give the eggs a herby flavor note.

    Spice up this chicken omelette by adding a pinch of red chili flake to the filling for a spicy kick.

    Serving Suggestions

    Start your day off right by serving this breakfast with a glass of homemade Detox Green Juice. 

    A slice or two of bacon or turkey bacon add even more protein to this satisfying breakfast. 

    Serve with Homemade Crispy Hash Browns or rice for a dose of healthy carbs. 

    Toast up a crunchy english muffin to go on the side with a slice of grass fed butter.

    Storage & Freezing

    Storing: If you’ve made these omelettes for meal prep or have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. They can be microwaved or heated up in a skillet until warmed through.

    Freezing: Once frozen, cooked eggs do not tend to hold their shape well as the moisture separates from the egg while thawing. Therefore, freezing is not recommended.

    Omelet on a plate on a napkin.

    FAQs

    How many eggs are needed for an omelet?

    You can make an omelette for 1 person with 2 eggs, or 3 if you're quite hungry.

    What types of omelets are there?

    There are French-style rolled omelettes, British unfolded, American-style, Fritatta and Soufflé.

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    📖 Recipe

    A folded chicken omelette on a plate topped with chopped herbs.

    Chicken Omelette

    This Chicken Omelette recipe makes an easy, quick and tasty high protein breakfast. Customize it with your favorite cheese and veggies.
    5 from 6 votes
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: chicken omelet, chicken omelette, high protein breakfast
    Prep Time: 3 minutes
    Cook Time: 7 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 427kcal
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    Equipment

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    Ingredients

    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 tablespoon butter
    • ⅓ cup shredded cooked chicken
    • ¼ cup shredded cheddar or gruyere
    • 2 tablespoons fresh spinach finely sliced
    • ½ a tomato diced
    • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley or chives
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions

    • In a medium bowl, beat or whisk the eggs until completely combined (no whites remain).
    • Warm up the chicken in a pan or microwave and set aside.
    • Melt the butter in a medium non-stick skillet over a medium heat, then pour in the eggs and reduce the heat slightly. Tilt the pan so the eggs cover the base of the pan to the edge.
    • When the eggs begin to set, use a wooden spoon or rubber spatula to pull the edges into the middle of the pan. Tilt the pan so the runny eggs fill the bottom of the pan.
    • When the bottom of the omelette is set and the top is nearly set, add the shredded chicken, cheese, spinach and tomato to half of the omelette. Fold the other side over and serve topped with the herbs and season with salt and pepper.
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    Notes

    • Whisk the eggs completely before adding them to the pan. This will ensure the eggs all cook at the same time and have an even texture.
    • For best results, use pasture raised eggs for your omelette if you can. They contain healthy fats and additional nutrients for a power-packed breakfast.
    • If you don’t have any leftover chicken, buy a cooked rotisserie chicken and shred the meat off the bone to use in the omelette.
    • Make sure you are using a non-stick skillet to make the eggs as they can easily stick to the pan even if using butter.
    • The eggs must be set on the bottom before adding the filling. You can tell when it's ready by giving the pan a light shake and seeing that the bottom is a lighter color than the top.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 427kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 421mg | Sodium: 460mg | Potassium: 420mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 3903IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 287mg | Iron: 3mg

    The nutritional information provided is approximate and can vary depending on several factors, so is not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietician for special diet advice.

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    Comments

    1. Brandy

      November 19, 2021 at 1:22 pm

      5 stars
      I am in love with this breakfast! It's tasty, filling, and easy to make. Definitely a great way to start your day

      Reply
    2. wilhelmina

      November 22, 2021 at 1:34 pm

      5 stars
      This was a great breakfast! This was super filling and very delicious, a keeper!

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