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Chickpea and Herb Frittata

Chickpea and Herb Frittata

Breakfasts
Course
Difficulty
Easy
Pulse Type
Chickpeas
Specialty Diet
Gluten-free
Nutrition
1/2 cup serving
Cook Time
30 minutes

Ingredients

Servings:

  • 2 tbsp butter unsalted
  • 8 eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 cup fresh herbs mixed, such as mint, basil, thyme and oregano; chopped
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper ground
  • 2 cups chickpeas cooked
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese fresh ciliegine balls (can substitute any size mozzarella chopped into ½ cup of 1/3 oz. pieces)

Instructions

  1. Pre-heat the oven to 400 degrees. Place the butter in an 8-inch cast iron skillet and melt over medium heat on the stove top.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, shredded mozzarella, herbs, curry powder, salt and pepper. Pour the mixture into the hot skillet, then stir in the chickpeas and fresh mozzarella.
  3. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently to allow for even cooking, then transfer the pan to the oven.
  4. Cook for an additional 15 minutes or until eggs are completely set.