These crispy Parmesan eggs feature a perfect, soft egg on top of crispy Parmesan and served alongside quick sautéed spinach. A wonderful breakfast, brunch or breakfast-for-dinner dish!

crispy Parmesan eggs in skillet with spinach

These crispy Parmesan eggs are an incredibly simple and super quick dish, but when you sit down to it, you’re sure to feel all fancy. And when you take your first bite, if you’re anything like me, you’ll be making it all the time.

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Ingredients and substitutions

A few notes about the key ingredients …

Parmesan – you’ll want to use freshly grated Parmesan for these Parmesan eggs. You could also use Pecorino, also freshly grated.

Spinach – you can substitute the spinach with other tender greens.

Recipe tips!

  • You’re going to need a non-stick skillet for this one or at least the closest thing to non-stick that you have.
  • You will also be needing a lid for your skillet. If your skillet doesn’t have a lid, you can use a lid from another pot that might fit or if all else fails, just grab a baking sheet and place it over the top of the skillet.
  • I love sautéed spinach, so that’s how I have been enjoying it lately. Any green would be nice though. It also doesn’t need to be sauteed/wilted at all. Simply add some fresh greens to the plate with your egg. You could toss with a bit of olive oil, then finish with a drizzle of lemon and a pinch of salt.

Making ahead and storing

These crispy Parmesan eggs are best enjoyed freshly cooked as the crispy Parmesan tends to soften if made ahead and/or refrigerated.

crispy Parmesan eggs in skillet with spinach

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crispy Parmesan eggs in skillet with spinach

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Delicious fried egg on top of crispy Parmesan, served with quick sautéed spinach. Great for breakfast, brunch or breakfast for dinner.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients

  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 handful fresh spinach leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 clove garlic, chopped

To serve:

  • Lemon wedge
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper

Instructions
 

  • You will be needing a lid for your skillet. If your skillet doesn’t have a lid, you can use a lid from another pot that might fit or if all else fails, just grab a baking sheet and place it over the top of the skillet.
  • Heat olive oil in a small non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook briefly, just until fragrant. Add spinach leaves and toss, cooking until just wilted. Remove to a plate. Wipe out skillet.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. Add parmesan to skillet in an even layer, forming an oval in the middle. Let cook 30 seconds, then crack an egg over one edge of the parmesan, so the egg is half on and half off the parmesan. Cover skillet and cook until egg is just set. Remove lid and allow to cook another 30 seconds or so more. Use a spatula to transfer parmesan/egg to plate with spinach. Serve with a lemon wedge to drizzle over-top and a generous sprinkling of salt and pepper.
Cuisine: American, Canadian
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Author: Jennifer Maloney
Serving: 1serving, Calories: 189kcal, Carbohydrates: 2g, Protein: 15g, Fat: 13g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 180mg, Sodium: 486mg, Potassium: 228mg, Vitamin A: 3245IU, Vitamin C: 8.4mg, Calcium: 350mg, Iron: 1.8mg
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