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Cheesy chili Mexican frittata brings bold Tex-Mex flavor to the breakfast table. Eggs whip with half and half, cumin, green chilies, and cilantro over a blanket of Mexican blend cheese, then steam in the Instant Pot until pillowy. A final melt of extra cheese seals the deal — 5g net carbs per serving.

Cheesy Chili Mexican Frittata

(Total Time: 40 MIN| Serves: 4)

Ingredients:
4 Eggs
1 cup (240 ml) shredded Mexican Blend Cheese
10 ounces canned Green Chilies, chopped
¼ cup chopped Cilantro
1 cup (240 ml) Half and Half
½ tsp Cumin
½ tsp Salt
¼ tsp Pepper
2 cups (480 ml) Water

Directions:

1. Pour the water into the IP and lower the rack.
2. Beat together the eggs salt, cumin, half and half, and ½ of the cheese, in a bowl.
3. Stir in the chilies and cilantro.
4. Grease a baking dish and pour the egg mixture into it.
5. Cover the dish with foil and place in the Instant Pot.
6. Cook for 20 minutes at HIGH.
7. Wait 10 minutes before releasing the pressure naturally.
8. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and cook for 2 more minutes on HIGH, uncovered.
9. Serve and enjoy!

Per Serving (Calories 257 | Total Fats 19g | Net Carbs: 5g | Protein 14g |Fiber: 1g)

Pro Tips

• Beat half the cheese directly into the egg mixture so it melts into the custard; the rest goes on top for a gooey, bubbly finish.
• Drain the canned green chilies well so their briny liquid doesn't thin the egg mixture.
• Cover the dish with foil for the main cook — the trapped steam sets the frittata evenly — then uncover for the final 2-minute cheese melt.
• Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes; that gentle finish keeps the custard smooth instead of spongy.

Frequently Asked Questions

How spicy is this frittata?

The canned green chilies give it a gentle, tangy warmth rather than serious heat. Add jalapeño if you want a proper kick.

Can I make it ahead?

Yes — it refrigerates for 4 days and is excellent cold in wedges or gently rewarmed for breakfast.

Is it keto?

Yes — 5g net carbs and 14g protein per serving, with the cheese and half and half supplying satisfying fat.

Can I add meat?

Brown ground beef or sausage and stir it in with the chilies — the Mexican spice blend handles it beautifully.

Stav Kogan

Cheesy Chili Mexican Frittata

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Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 257

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Ingredients

  

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• 4 Eggs
• 1 cup shredded Mexican Blend Cheese
• 10 oz canned Green Chilies, chopped
• ¼ cup chopped Cilantro
• 1 cup Half and Half
• ½ tsp Cumin
• ½ tsp Salt
• ¼ tsp Pepper
• 2 cups Water

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Nutrition

Calories: 257kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 14gFat: 19g

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