Nonstick Pan Fluffy Herb Omelet

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-03 · Updated 2026-06-03

A light and fluffy omelet cooked in a nonstick pan, filled with fresh herbs and melted cheese for a satisfying breakfast. This French-inspired recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, combines large eggs, whole milk, butter into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 1, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 3 large eggs
• 2 tbsp whole milk
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp, finely chopped fresh chives
• 1 tbsp, finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs, 2 tbsp whole milk, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until fully blended and slightly frothy.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp butter in a nonstick pan over medium heat until melted and foaming.
3. Step 3: Pour the egg mixture into the pan and let cook undisturbed for 1 minute until edges start to set.
4. Step 4: Sprinkle 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives, 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the eggs.
5. Step 5: Using a spatula, gently lift the edges and tilt the pan to allow uncooked eggs to flow underneath. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the omelet is set but still moist.
6. Step 6: Fold the omelet in half and slide onto a plate. Serve immediately.