Easy Keto Denver Omelette Casserole (Low-Carb Breakfast or Brunch!)
Enjoy all the classic flavors of a Denver omelette in a convenient, bake-ahead casserole! Packed with ham, peppers, onions, and plenty of cheesy goodness, this Keto Denver Omelette Casserole is perfect for a hearty low-carb breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner.
Yields: 6-8 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 25-30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup white or yellow onion, diced
- ½ cup green bell pepper, diced
- 8 large eggs
- ¼ cup water
- ⅛ teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1 pinch black pepper, or to taste
- 1 cup ham, cut into ½-inch pieces
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Non-stick cooking spray
- Optional keto-friendly toppings: Sour cream, diced tomatoes, sliced avocado.
Equipment:
- Medium-sized sauté pan
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk or fork
- 9×13 inch baking dish
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven & Sauté Vegetables: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a medium-sized sauté pan over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the diced onion and green bell pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are translucent and slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and set aside to cool slightly.
- Whisk Eggs & Combine Filling: In a large mixing bowl, crack the eggs. Add the water, salt, and pepper. Beat with a whisk or fork until the eggs are just broken up and the ingredients are combined.
- Add the diced ham and shredded cheddar cheese to the egg mixture. Stir gently to distribute the fillings evenly.
- Assemble Casserole: Spray a 9×13 inch baking dish generously with non-stick cooking spray. Spread the sautéed onions and bell peppers evenly over the bottom of the baking dish.
- Pour the egg mixture over the sautéed vegetables in the baking dish. Gently stir once or twice to ensure the vegetables are distributed throughout the egg mixture.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges of the casserole are lightly golden brown and the eggs in the middle are fully set (no longer jiggly). A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
- Cool & Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing into squares. Serve warm.
- Optional Toppings: If desired, top each serving with a dollop of sour cream, diced tomatoes, and slices of avocado for extra flavor and creaminess.
Recipe Analysis & Dietary Classification
This Denver Omelette Casserole recipe is a fantastic, easy, and highly compliant option for your app!
- High Protein: Yes, this recipe is very high in protein due to the large number of eggs and the addition of ham.
- Low-Carb: Yes, this recipe is low-carb. Eggs, ham, onions, bell peppers, butter, and cheddar cheese are all naturally low in carbohydrates.
- Keto: Yes, this recipe is keto-friendly. All listed ingredients are suitable for a ketogenic diet.
- Gluten-Free: Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free.