Chickpea and Herb Frittata

Course: Breakfasts, Entrees
Difficulty: Easy
Pulse Type: Chickpeas
Specialty Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Nutrition: 1/2 cup serving, 500 calories or less, 7g+ fiber, 7g+ protein
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 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.