This Denver omelet is Chef John's version of beaten eggs firmly cooked and filled with green bell pepper, smoked ham, onions, and Cheddar cheese.
Preparation Time
10 mins
Cooking Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Calories
491 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Beat eggs in a small bowl until just combined; do not overbeat.
Step 2
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.
Step 3
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.
Step 4
Gather all ingredients.
Step 5
Reduce heat to medium-low and pour in eggs. Mix briefly with a spatula while shaking the pan to ensure ingredients are evenly distributed.
Step 6
Quickly run the spatula along edges of omelet.
Step 7
Sprinkle Cheddar cheese and cayenne pepper over omelet.