Creamy Garlic Spinach and Egg Skillet
Ingredients
- 6eggs
- 4 cupsfresh spinach
- 4 clovesgarlic
- ½yellow onion
- 2 tablespoonbutter
- ½ cupheavy cream
- ¼ cupparmesan cheese
- ·salt
- ·black pepper
- ·nutmeg
Prep
- 01
Mince 4 cloves garlic.
- 02
Dice 1/2 yellow onion.
- 03
Grate 1/4 cup parmesan cheese.
Method
- 01
Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 02
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and golden.
- 03
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 04
Add the spinach in batches, stirring after each addition, until all the spinach is wilted and any excess moisture has evaporated, about 3-4 minutes total.
- 05
Pour in the 1/2 cup heavy cream and stir to combine. Simmer for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 06
Sprinkle in the 1/4 cup grated parmesan, a pinch of nutmeg, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir well.
- 07
Make 6 small wells in the spinach mixture and crack an egg into each well.
- 08
Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and cook for 5-7 minutes until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain runny (adjust timing if you prefer firmer yolks).
- 09
Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve directly from the skillet or divide into bowls.
Spice Tips
For warmth and depth, add 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes with the garlic. A small pinch of smoked paprika stirred into the cream adds subtle savory richness. Fresh thyme or chives scattered over the top just before serving brighten the earthy spinach.
Serve with crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated gently in a skillet; add a splash of cream to restore creaminess.