Earlier in the week, my husband went out of town for a few days. I had to drop him off at the airport in the afternoon, so I decided to make a good hearty lunch for him so that he would have at least one good meal before the trip. I guess that’s my mother coming out in me. Since I’m still participating in the Penny Pinching Pantry Raid challenge, I decided to use up some apple maple chicken sausage I had in the freezer. It was delicious in the frittata – I love the flavor of the maple syrup contrasted with the slightly tart bits of apple. Topped with some cheddar cheese, the frittata was a tasty and filling lunch for my hubby before his trip.
I’ve been making quite a few frittatas lately. I enjoy eating eggs, and I find that they are a pretty versatile ingredient, lending themselves well to a variety of flavors. Because I can adjust them to whatever I have on hand, they have been a good standby meal during the $100 challenge. Plus, frittatas are much easier to make than an omlette – and no fancy flipping is required! This recipe would be delicious for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner!
Apple Maple Chicken Sausage Frittata
- 2 apple maple chicken sausages (I used Al Fresco), sliced
- 1 cup sweet red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup yellow onion, diced
- 2 eggs
- 2 egg whites
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup skim milk
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Spray a small (8 or 9 inch) nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and brown on all sides. Add the bell pepper and onion, and saute for 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
Meanwhile, whisk together the eggs, egg whites, cheddar cheese, and milk in a separate bowl.
Reduce the heat on the skillet to medium-low. Pour the egg mixture over the sauteed vegetables and sausage. Cover and cook for about 5 minutes.
Uncover and place the skillet under the broiler. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the top is set and golden. Cut into wedges and serve immediately.
Definitely a hearty frittata!!! Looks oh-so-delicious, too. It’s bee a while since I’ve had a frittata. i think that shall be on the menu for the week.
I’m definitely an egg person and that frittata looks amazing. The photo is beautiful too.
This looks really good! I love the all the different flavors and textures! How delicious.
Yummy!!! I have always wanted to make a frittata but never have…this recipe just might be the winner to actually make me try to make it :)
I absolutely love frittatas, and yours looks delicious.
I’m starving… I was searching for a recipe to make for Christmas Morning Brunch…
Came across yours. Any thoughts as to sides?
MMMMM… maybe I’ll make it for tonights dinner!
Julie – I love having a mix of breakfast foods and lighter foods for brunches… This would be delicious with some muffins or southern style biscuits as well as some roasted asparagus! Hope you enjoy it!