This Denver omelet is Chef John's version of beaten eggs firmly cooked with green bell pepper, caramelized ham, and onions filled with Cheddar cheese.
Step1
Beat eggs in a small bowl until just combined; do not overbeat.
Step2
Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ham, onion, and bell pepper; season with salt and pepper. Cook and stir until onions soften and ham begins to caramelize, about 5 minutes.
Step3
Reduce heat to medium-low and pour in eggs. Mix briefly with a spatula while shaking the pan to ensure ingredients are evenly distributed. Quickly run the spatula along edges of omelet. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese and cayenne pepper over omelet.
Step4
Cook, shaking the pan occasionally, until top is still wet but not runny, about 5 minutes. Use a spatula to fold omelet in half and transfer it to a plate.
Prepare Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
1
Calories:
491 kcal
Carbohydrate:
5 g
Cholesterol:
632 mg
Dietary Fiber:
1 g
Protein:
30 g
Saturated Fat:
20 g
Sodium:
751 mg
Total Sugars:
3 g
Total Fat:
39 g
