Learn how to make a classic Denver omelette in just a few simple steps. This hearty breakfast dish is perfect for any occasion and will impress your friends and family. This omelette combines sweet bell peppers, onions, smoked ham, and gooey melted cheddar cheese.
It is the perfect weekend breakfast, and I love to serve them with pan-fried potatoes, applesauce muffins, or peach coffee cake.
Denver omelets are perfect for that weekend breakfast you have been longing for. Bell peppers, sweet onions, smoked ham, and cheddar cheese are simple tastes that meld perfectly.
What You’ll Need
- Olive oil: extra virgin
- Onion: sweet yellow
- Bell peppers: any color will work
- Ham: preferably sweet and smoked
- Eggs: I use both whole eggs and egg whites, but you can use all whole eggs
- Butter: salted or unsalted
- Cheddar cheese: white or sharp cheddar works best.
How to Make a Denver Omelette
This is just the summary version of the recipe. See the recipe card below for ingredients and complete instructions.
Heat a little olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the onions and peppers. Cook until the vegetables begin browning on the edges, stirring several times. Add the chopped ham and cook for another couple of minutes. Remove the onions, peppers, and ham to a plate and cover to keep warm.
Next, whisk the eggs, egg whites, and water together. Heat one tablespoon of butter in an eight-inch nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Add half of the egg mixture to the pan, swirling to coat.
Cover the pan loosely with aluminum foil and cook until the eggs are set. Sprinkle half the cheddar cheese over the omelette, turn off the burner, and cover loosely with the foil until the cheese melts. Add half the vegetables/ham mixture and fold the omelette closed, bringing one side over the other.
Repeat the procedure with the rest of the egg mixture, cheese, and veggies, creating another omelette.
Preparation Tips
- Use good quality white cheddar cheese. It does make a difference.
- Don’t overcook the eggs; cook just until set. A loose piece of aluminum foil helps them set perfectly.
- You can use any cheese or variety you like that melts well. Cheddar, provel, provolone, and Monterey Jack are just a few of my favorites with this omelet.
Storage and Reheat
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat in the microwave at reduced power.
To freeze, first cool completely. Then, wrap them in plastic and place them in a freezer zipper bag. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat in the microwave at reduced power.
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Classic Denver Omelette
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup onion finely chopped
- 1/2 red pepper finely diced
- 1/2 green pepper finely diced
- 5 slices lean ham chopped about 4 ounces
- 4 whole eggs
- 4 egg whites
- 2 tablespoons cool water
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and peppers. Cook them over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until the vegetables start browning on the edges. Add ham and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Remove from the heat, cover, and keep warm.
- Whisk eggs, egg whites and water,
- Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in an 8-inch non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Add half the egg mixture to the pan. Cover the pan and cook until the eggs are set, approximately 2-3 minutes. Add 1/4 cup cheese, turn off the burner, and allow the cheese to melt. Add half the veggies and fold the omelette closed, bringing one side over the other.
- Repeat the procedure with the rest of the egg mixture, cheese, and veggies.
Notes
- Use good quality white cheddar cheese. It does make a difference.
- Don’t overcook the eggs; cook just until set. A loose piece of aluminum foil helps them set perfectly.
- You can use any cheese or variety you like that melts well. Cheddar, provel, provolone, and Monterey Jack are just a few of my favorites with this omelet.
Nutrition
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Laura Reese
I have not mastered the omelet until this recipe. I think cutting the veggies thin does make a huge difference! The flavors work beautifully together.
Natalie
I am so excited for breakfast!! Omelets are the best & this is packed with flavor & easy!
Katie
Okay, this omelet was just INCREDIBLE! Such an easy recipe to follow and it turned out so delicious! Will be making again and again!
Krissy
I love a good classic omelette and this one was great!
Sammy
I know what I will be having for breakfast tomorrow; what a great way to start my day!
Jocelyn
I’m always looking for egg recipes to make for breakfast! Our family loved this omelet!
Laura Reese
This omelet looks simple and delicious.
Amy
What a great omelet! Thanks for this recipe.
Beth Pierce
Awesome! So glad that you liked it!
Tanya
I can’t wait to make these for my husband, he loves Denver omelets!
April
That is the best looking omelette I ever did see. Yum!!
Angie
This looks so good! I love a good classic omelette!
Beth Pierce
Thanks! Me too Angie!
Krista
I do love a good omelet! Cannot wait to try this!
Cathy
Such a perfect omelette!
Catalina
Looks easy and so tasty! I will make it tomorrow!
Katerina
I love how easy and delicious this is!! A must make!
Jade Manning
That is my breakfast sorted!! Yes!!