These Italian Baked Eggs transform simple ingredients into a cozy, rustic meal that’s perfect for any time of day. Eggs are gently nestled in a fragrant tomato sauce infused with garlic and herbs, then topped with Parmesan cheese and baked until the whites are set and the yolks remain perfectly creamy. It’s a satisfying one-pan dish that brings the warmth of Italian comfort food to your table with minimal effort.
If you love this rustic breakfast style, you’ll also enjoy our Chilaquiles Breakfast Casserole for another hearty morning dish with bold flavors. For more Italian-inspired comfort, try our Homemade Cannoli or Italian Stuffed Flank Steak—both deliver that same authentic Mediterranean experience with different preparations.
Italian Baked Eggs
Italian Baked Eggs are rich, savory, and comforting—perfectly nestled in herbed tomato sauce and topped with melty Parmesan.
4
servings10
minutes20
minutes250
kcal30
minutesIngredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
4 large eggs
0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
0.25 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare a small baking dish that can comfortably fit the eggs without overcrowding.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add the chopped onion. Cook until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
- Add the minced garlic to the cooked onion and stir for an additional minute to release the garlic’s aroma.
- Pour in the canned diced tomatoes, along with the dried oregano and basil. Simmer the mixture for about 5 minutes.
- Season the tomato mixture with salt and black pepper. Adjust seasoning if needed, considering personal taste preferences.
- Transfer the tomato mixture into the baking dish. Use a spoon to create small wells for the eggs to sit in.
- Crack each egg into the wells carefully, keeping the yolks intact. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 10-12 minutes, until the egg whites are set.
- Remove the dish from the oven, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley before serving warm with crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
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