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The quickest new way to make omelets is with this Ziploc omelet recipe! If you’ve ever wondered how to cook omelets with just about the easiest, most hassle-free process ever…this is it!
Generally, I am not a fan of breakfast … or breakfast for dinner. I know that’s crazy to hear, especially with all the amazing breakfast recipes I share with you all! But it’s just not my thing (unless it’s biscuits and gravy – then I’ll take a plate or two). There aren’t many breakfast foods I like … and I’d rather eat toast or an English Muffin on most days. On an infrequent occasion, though, I don’t mind the idea of breakfast and will entertain eating breakfast for dinner.
However, my family acts like breakfast food is the best thing since sliced bread. If they know we have breakfast food for dinner – they act like they won the dinner lottery! On weekends, when I actually “make” breakfast … they’re right there like a pack of ravenous wolves waiting to be fed. And that’s why this recipe comes in so handy.
One of the best things about this omelet recipe is that I don’t have to spend an hour making 7 omelets for our family. I can make ALL of them simultaneously – and everyone can personalize their “bag” with the veggies and meats they like. Serve this omelet up with some hash browns and fresh fruit … and it’s a pretty painless breakfast that I’ll even eat!
Recipe for Omelet in a Bag:
- large eggs
- Desired mix-ins (see below!)
- Additional toppings (optional)
This recipe is more about the method, rather than any specific ingredients. Personalize this recipe and feel free to mix in things you know your family will enjoy! Here are some suggestions …
NOTE: Make sure all meats are pre-cooked – you can also pre-cook some of the veggies if you prefer
- Denver Omelet: Ham, onion, green pepper, cheese
- Farmer Omelet: Bacon, ham, mushrooms, green pepper, onion, cheese
- Chicken Fajita Omelet (my husband’s favorite!): Chopped chicken, salsa, onion, green pepper, cheese. Top with more salsa and sour cream!
- Garden Omelet: Green pepper, onion, mushroom, tomatoes, cheese
- Meat Lover’s Omelet: Bacon, pork sausage, ham, green pepper, onion, cheese
- Philly Cheese Steak Omelet: Thinly sliced beef, onion, green pepper, cheese whiz, provolone
- Mushroom and Sausage Omelet: Pork sausage, mushrooms, cheese
- Pizza Omelet: Italian sausage, pepperoni, pizza sauce, cheese
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana: I’m just kidding … I put that to see if you were paying attention and to make you say “Ewwww” 🤢 – However, if you try it, my kids want to know if it was good?! 🤣 Never mind – I would not endorse anyone trying it!
- My personal favorite: Spinach, tomato
- Alfredo omelet: Spinach, tomatoes, Alfredo sauce, cheese
How to make an Omelet in a Bag:
- Bring a large pan of water to a boil.
- Crack eggs into the bag. Add desired mix-ins.
- Place bags in the boiling water for exactly 13 minutes.
- Carefully remove the bags from the water (they will be hot) and open the top of the bag.
- Jiggle the omelet onto a serving plate. It will roll right out! Serve with additional toppings of choice, if desired.
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Omelet in a Bag: FAQs
If you have questions about making an easy omelet, I have answers! Take a look at this section before leaving a comment if you run into trouble or just want some suggestions.
Go ahead and boil it for a little longer! But 13 minutes should work.
If it won’t slide right out – again, boil it a little longer!
Use a known BPA-free brand like Ziploc to boil these omelets! This isn’t a sponsored post or anything … Ziploc makes the most well-known BPA-free resealable bag. No toxins in your omelets, please!!
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Omelet in a Bag
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Ingredients
- Zip-top sandwich bags – 1 bag for each omelet
- 2 large eggs for each omelet
- Desired mix-ins
- Additional topping of choice, optional
Instructions
- Bring a large pan of water to a boil.
- Meanwhile, if necessary, write names on the bags to identify the omelets.
- Crack eggs into the bag. Add desired mix-ins. Seal bag and squeeze the mixture to mix the ingredients well. Open the bag slightly and reseal bag removing as much air as you can. Using your fingers, squeeze the mixture back to the bottom of the bag.
- When the water boils, place bags in the water for exactly 13 minutes.
- Carefully remove the bags from the water (they will be hot) and open the top of the bag – jiggle the omelet onto a serving plate. It will roll right out!
- Serve with additional toppings of choice, if desired.
Notes
- Denver Omelet: Ham, onion, green pepper, cheese
- Farmer Omelet: Bacon, ham, mushrooms, green pepper, onion, cheese
- Chicken Fajita Omelet (my husband’s favorite!): Chopped chicken, salsa, onion, green pepper, cheese. Top with more salsa and sour cream!
- Garden Omelet: Green pepper, onion, mushroom, tomatoes, cheese
- Meat Lover’s Omelet: Bacon, pork sausage, ham, green pepper, onion, cheese
- Philly Cheese Steak Omelet: Thinly sliced beef, onion, green pepper, cheese whiz, provolone
- Mushroom and Sausage Omelet: Pork sausage, mushrooms, cheese
- Pizza Omelet: Italian sausage, pepperoni, pizza sauce, cheese
- My personal favorite: Spinach, tomato
- Alfredo Omelet: Spinach, tomatoes, Alfredo sauce, cheese
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Originally published on September 14, 2012. Updated on June 7, 2021.
What a great idea!
I'd love it if you would link this (and a couple other recipes if you'd like) up to Wonderful Food Wednesday at: http://www.athometake2.com. I hope you can stop by.
Jessica @ At Home Take 2
I'm pinning this! I love omelets and I can't wait to try this. Sounds delish this way!
Brilliant!!!
What a great idea! I love breakfast, stopping by from Mealtime Mondays
Good idea! I am going to give it a try. Thanks for sharing at This Week's Cravings.
This is a great idea, I like that you don't need any oil or butter.
These look so great. My family LOVES Breakfast for dinner. We have it a few times a month. Thanks for sharing this at Must Try Monday!
I know you already shared this at One Creative Weekend. Today I started a Gluten-Free Share Page on OneCreativeMommy.com. This recipe would be helpful to people trying to go gluten-free. I would love it if you visited and shared this (and any of your other gluten-free recipes).
I have never heard of this in my life before ( under a rock I know lol )
What a great idea!!!
Thanks for sharing
Anything that also makes cooking food fun for kids is a great idea! Thanks for sharing on Foodie Friends Friday!
We make these at our cabin all the time. We use quart sized freezer bags. When done, we cut the top off with a scissor and roll it onto the plate.