Pizza for breakfast! No shame in leftover pizza for breakfast (we’ve all been here), but today we are making a pizza frittata!
It takes all of those pizza flavors – pizza sauce, pepperoni, cheese, and spices – and packs them into an easy frittata recipe. Of course, I snuck in some veggies for some micronutrients. They add a nice texture and flavor and make it almost like a supreme pizza!
The breakfast pizza casserole is packed with protein, veggies, and healthy fats for a savory and satisfying breakfast everyone will love. Even your picky eaters!
Why we love this pizza frittata
- the flavor of pizza in breakfast form!
- one pan (plus one bowl) dish – making it super easy to whip together!
- works well for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner
- great for meal prep – the leftovers taste great and it works well for meal prep for a busy week
Pizza frittata ingredients
- eggs
- bell pepper
- mushrooms
- pizza sauce
- garlic powder
- dried oregano
- red pepper flakes
- pepperoni – diced and mixed in and also sliced on top
- mozzarella cheese
- olive oil
- salt and pepper
How to make a pizza frittata
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Heat a large enameled cast iron, cast iron, or oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil and let it get hot, about 30 seconds. Add peppers with some salt and pepper and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add mushrooms and cook another 2-3 minutes.
- While the vegetables cook, mix together the remaining ingredients. In a large bowl, add eggs and pizza sauce and whisk until combined. Add cheese (I like to save a little to sprinkle on top), chopped pepperoni, oregano, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper. Mix well to combine, making sure the cheese is not stuck together.
- Add egg mixture to the pan. Pour in egg mixture and let cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom sets. Top with a little shredded cheese and pepperoni slices and bake for 25 minutes until eggs are firm and cooked through.
- Enjoy! Top with toppings and serve with your favorite sides.
What to serve with a frittata
- potatoes – oven roasted or made in the air fryer for some carbs
- simple salad
- toast
- fresh fruit
Storage and reheating
- fridge – let cool completely. Cut into pieces and store in a large glass container or individual containers.
- freezer – bake frittata per the instructions and allow to cool completely. Cut into individual serving sizes and freeze each serving separately by wrapping them individually in foil or saran wrap. You can freeze it for up to 3 months. When ready to eat, place it in the fridge and allow it to defrost. Heat up when ready to eat.
- reheating – to reheat, cook the microwave for a couple of minutes until warmed through. Frittatas can also be eaten cold if you don’t have somewhere to heat it up or prefer it cold.
Substitutions and additions
- eggs – you can use all whole eggs or a mix of whole and egg whites. Using egg whites will increase the protein.
- veggies – use any veggies you like! The more the merrier. Zucchini, spinach, onion, and tomatoes would be good substitutes or additions.
- pepperoni – any kind of pepperoni will work (pork, turkey…).
- mozzarella cheese – any kind of cheese will work, mozzarella gives it that pizza taste.
- olive oil – any kind of oil will work
More healthy breakfast recipes
- chicken hash
- buffalo chicken breakfast casserole
- sweet potato and asparagus frittata
- breakfast salad
- breakfast stuffed sweet potatoes
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Pizza Frittata
ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups diced bell peppers (240 grams)
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms (70 grams)
- 12 large eggs
- 3/4 cup pizza sauce
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese (1.5 ounces)
- 1/3 cup pepperoni, roughly chopped + more for topping (about 1.5 ounces total)
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1/2-1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- salt and pepper, to taste
- toppings – fresh basil, red pepper flakes, parmesan cheese, hot sauce…
instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Heat a large enameled cast iron, cast iron, or oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil and let it get hot, about 30 seconds. Add peppers with some salt and pepper and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add mushrooms and cook another 2-3 minutes.
- While the vegetables cook, mix together the remaining ingredients. In a large bowl, add eggs and pizza sauce and whisk until combined. Add cheese (I like to save a little to sprinkle on top), chopped pepperoni, oregano, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper. Mix well to combine, making sure the cheese is not stuck together.
- Add egg mixture to the pan. Turn down the heat to medium-low and pour in the egg mixture and let cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom and sides start to set. Top with a little shredded cheese and pepperoni slices and bake for 25 minutes until eggs are firm and cooked through.
- Enjoy! Let cool for a couple of minutes and cut into 6-equal sized pieces. Top with toppings and serve with your favorite sides.
Deni says
I was skeptical because.. so much egg but it was well worth the try!!
Jessica Fisher says
I forgot to leave the rating!!!
Kelly says
Thank you!!
Jessica Fisher says
I made this the other night and after one bite my wife turned to me and said, “Oh this is a keeper” followed by, “Is this from your Eat The Gains gal?” She knows me so well. Seriously putting this one on repeat considering the options are endless!
Kelly says
Oh my gosh, I love hearing that! So glad you guys enjoyed it so much and thanks for trying it!
Dad says
Great combination
Kelly says
Glad you enjoyed it!