Classic Denver Omelet (Printable)

Fluffy omelet stuffed with ham, tri-color bell peppers, onions and sharp cheddar. A hearty 20-minute breakfast classic.

# What You'll Need:

→ Egg Base

01 - 4 large eggs
02 - 2 tablespoons milk
03 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Filling

04 - 1/2 cup diced cooked ham
05 - 1/3 cup diced green bell pepper
06 - 1/3 cup diced red bell pepper
07 - 1/3 cup diced yellow onion
08 - 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
09 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

# Directions:

01 - Whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl until fully blended and uniform in color.
02 - Melt butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add diced ham, green and red bell peppers, and onion. Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender and ham is heated through.
03 - Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sautéed filling. Allow to cook undisturbed for 1–2 minutes until the edges begin to set and pull away from the pan.
04 - Gently lift the edges with a spatula, tilting the pan to let uncooked egg flow underneath. Continue cooking for 2–3 minutes until the surface appears mostly set but still slightly glossy.
05 - Distribute shredded cheddar cheese evenly over one half of the omelet. Using the spatula, fold the empty half over the cheese-covered section.
06 - Cook for 1–2 additional minutes until the cheese melts completely and the eggs are fully set. Slide onto a warm plate and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Its the kind of breakfast that makes you feel like you have your life together, even on chaotic weekdays
  • The combination of sweet peppers, savory ham, and sharp cheddar hits every craving note in one bite
  • Once you master the fold, youll feel like a short order cook who can make magic in minutes
02 -
  • Ive learned the hard way that using a cold pan causes the eggs to stick, so always let your skillet heat up fully before adding butter
  • Overcooking the eggs makes them rubbery, so remove the omelet from heat while it still looks slightly underdone, as carryover cooking finishes it
  • A truly nonstick skillet is essential here, or youll end up with a scrambled mess instead of a pristine folded omelet
03 -
  • Whisking the eggs thoroughly before cooking prevents white streaks and ensures a uniform texture throughout
  • Using a mixture of red and green peppers not only looks beautiful but adds subtle flavor differences that make each bite interesting
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