Savory Egg and Cheese Bites with Chives
Perfectly baked mini frittatas packed with melty cheese and fresh chives, ideal for a protein-rich breakfast or snack. This American-inspired keto recipe (low-carb), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs large eggs, shredded cheddar cheese, fresh chives for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 85 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives
- 1 tsp unsalted butter
- 1/8 tsp sea salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 6-cup muffin tin with butter, then sprinkle with 1/8 tsp sea salt.
- Step 2: Whisk eggs in a bowl with 1/8 tsp black pepper. Stir in 1/4 cup shredded cheddar and 2 tbsp chopped chives until combined.
- Step 3: Divide egg mixture evenly among muffin cups (filling each about 3/4 full). Place tin on a baking sheet.
- Step 4: Bake for 15 minutes until edges are set and centers are just firm when gently nudged.
- Step 5: Let rest 5 minutes before removing from tin. Sprinkle with extra chives for garnish.









