Cream Cheese & Chive Omelet

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Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 tbsp milk or cream (for fluffiness)

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 tbsp butter

  • 2 tbsp cream cheese (plain or herbed)

  • 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped

  • Optional: grated cheese or sautéed mushrooms for extra oomph!

👩‍🍳 How to Make Cream Cheese & Chive Omelet:

  • 🔹 Step 1: Whisk It

    1. Crack the eggs into a bowl.

    2. Add milk, salt, pepper, and whisk until well combined and slightly frothy.

    🔹 Step 2: Heat It Up

    1. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add butter.

    2. Let it melt and coat the pan evenly.

    🔹 Step 3: Pour & Swirl

    1. Pour the egg mixture in.

    2. Swirl the pan gently so it spreads evenly.

    3. Let it cook for about 1-2 minutes until the edges start to set.

    🔹 Step 4: Add the Good Stuff

    1. Dollop small bits of cream cheese over one half of the omelet.

    2. Sprinkle with fresh chives.

    🔹 Step 5: Fold & Finish

    1. Gently fold the omelet in half using a spatula.

    2. Cook for another 30 seconds to 1 minute until cooked but still soft and creamy inside.

  • Nutrition Facts

1/2 omelet: 305 calories, 27g fat (10g saturated fat), 455mg cholesterol, 374mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 15g protein.


🍽️ Serving Suggestion:


  • Serve hot with toasted sourdough, a light salad, or even avocado slices on the side.

  • A cup of hot coffee or herbal tea makes it even better!


❤️ Personal Touch:

This recipe has weekend comfort written all over it. I love making it on slow mornings when I want something simple yet a little special. The cream cheese melts into the eggs and gives it a velvety texture, while the chives add that gentle oniony pop of freshness 🌿

💡 Tips & Variations:

  • Use garlic & herb cream cheese for an extra flavor twist.

  • Add smoked salmon or shredded chicken if you want more protein.

  • Make it a French-style omelet by keeping the inside slightly soft and custardy.

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