The exact cook time can vary. Read below for our tips!
If you want to start your day with a delicious breakfast that is packed with eggs and fresh flavors, air fryer frittata is the recipe for you!
This frittata is a versatile dish that you can customize with your favorite cheese and veggies, such as spinach, mushrooms, and tomatoes.
It’s very easy to make and comes out fluffy and golden. It’s perfect for a weekend breakfast – but you can also make it ahead of time and then warm it up on a busy weekday morning.
Ingredients
To make this frittata in the air fryer, here are the ingredients that you will need. It’s actually really straight forward. And remember, you can always change up the veggies you add!
- Eggs – Main ingredient for the frittata; use fresh eggs.
- Milk – Adds creaminess and makes the frittata fluffy.
- Tomato – Adds freshness and extra flavor; use ripe tomatoes. You can use cherry tomatoes for a sweeter taste.
- Grated cheddar cheese – Adds extra flavor to the frittata; you can also use other grated cheese of your choice, such as mozzarella or Monterey Jack.
- Spinach – Fresh spinach for extra color and nutrients.
- Mushrooms – Fresh cremini mushrooms work well. You can also substitute with another vegetable such as bell peppers.
- Paprika – Optional for extra flavor and color.
- Salt – To enhance the overall flavor.
- Olive oil – To sauté the mushrooms; omit if you’re not using mushrooms.
Recipe Tips
- If you want a lighter frittata, you can mix a few whole eggs with egg whites.
- You can customize the vegetables and other ingredients you add to your taste. For example, you can substitute mushrooms for bell peppers, or add thin pieces of ham, sausage (cooked), or bacon (cooked).
- The depth and size of the pan you use (and the size of your air fryer basket) will determine the thickness of the frittata. This will affect the cooking time – thicker frittatas will take a little longer to cook through, so keep an eye on the frittata towards the end.
- For a hint of spice, you can add some black pepper and/or some cayenne pepper.
Step by Step Instructions
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In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, paprika (optional), and salt until well combined.
If you want to add mushrooms, cook them in a skillet over low heat in a bit of olive oil, stirring occasionally, for 7-8 minutes or until tender.
Alternatively, you can also toss them in olive oil and air fry them at 380 degrees Fahrenheit for about 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a plate and let them cool slightly for 5 minutes.
While the mushrooms are cooling, preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 minutes or until it indicates that it is preheated.
Add the mushrooms, tomato (chopped), cheddar cheese (grated), spinach (chopped), and/or any other ingredients you like to the bowl with the egg mixture. Stir well to distribute them evenly.
Then pour the frittata mixture into a round baking dish that is smaller than the diameter of your air fryer.
Place the baking dish in the air fryer basket and cook at 360 degrees Fahrenheit for 16 to 20 minutes, or until the frittata is set.
The exact cooking time can depend on the size of the baking dish and your air fryer.
Once the frittata is done, let it rest for a few minutes, then carefully remove it from the baking dish. Cut it into slices and enjoy!
Storage Tips
If you have leftovers, allow them to cool and then store them in a sealed container in the fridge. They’ll keep for up to 3-4 days.
You can reheat leftovers in the air fryer at a lower temperature, such as 280 degrees Fahrenheit, for just a few minutes until heated through. Don’t overcook the frittata as this can make it dry.
Related Recipes
If you liked this frittata recipe, here are some other tasty breakfast recipes that you might like as well – many of which include eggs!
- Ham and Egg Cups in the Air Fryer
- Air Fried Homemade Potato Pancakes
- Ham and Potatoes in the Air Fryer
- Hard-Boiled Eggs Air Fried
Air Fryer Frittata
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 4 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika, optional
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup mushrooms, chopped
- 1 small tomato, chopped
- 4 tablespoons cheddar cheese, grated
- 3 tablespoons spinach, chopped
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 4 tablespoons milk,1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional), and 1/4 teaspoon salt until well combined.
- In a skillet over low heat, cook 1/2 cup mushrooms (chopped) in 1 tablespoon olive oil, stirring occasionally, for 7-8 minutes or until tender. Alternatively, you can also toss them in olive oil and air fry them at 380 degrees Fahrenheit for about 10 minutes. Transfer them to a plate and let them cool slightly for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 minutes or until it indicates that it is preheated.
- Add the mushrooms and 1 small tomato (chopped), 4 tablespoons cheddar cheese (grated), 3 tablespoons spinach (chopped), and/or any other ingredients you like to the bowl with the egg mixture. Stir well to distribute them evenly.
- Pour the frittata mixture into a round baking dish that is smaller than the diameter of your air fryer.
- Place the baking dish in the air fryer basket and cook at 360 degrees Fahrenheit for 16 to 20 minutes, or until the frittata is set. The exact cooking time may vary depending on the size of the baking dish and your air fryer.
- When the frittata is done, let it rest for a few minutes, then carefully remove it from the baking dish. Cut into slices and enjoy!
Notes
- For a lighter frittata, you can mix some whole eggs with egg whites.
- You can customize the vegetables and other ingredients you add to your taste. For example, you can substitute mushrooms for bell peppers, or add thin pieces of ham, sausage (cooked), or bacon (cooked).
- The depth and size of the pan you use (and the size of your air fryer basket) will determine the thickness of the frittata. This will affect the cooking time – thicker frittatas will take a little longer to cook through, so keep an eye on the frittata towards the end.
- For a hint of spice, you can add some black pepper and/or some cayenne pepper.
Nutrition
This nutritional information has been estimated by an online nutrition calculator. It should only be seen as a rough calculation and not a replacement for professional dietary advice.
