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25 Comments | Jill Winger |    Last Updated: May 2, 2019

Creamed Chard and Eggs Skillet

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creamed chard and eggs skillet recipe

There’s nothing that says you can’t eat eggs for every meal, right?

Good. Then I’m going for it.

This time of year, my motivation to be creative in the kitchen pretty much goes down the drain.

(Please tell me I’m not the only one. Right….?)

We’ve been outside bunches this week riding the horses, working on the yard mess (no, it’s still not anywhere near being done…), and getting the garden slightly closer.

That’s been in between the rain and hailstorms, of course, but at least we’re finally out of the house.

fresh eggs in old bowl

There’s a ginormous bowl of eggs sitting on my counter (dear chickens, thank you for finally laying again), which makes eggs the most logical choice for fast (aka lazy) suppers.

And whaddya have when you combine fresh spring greens, some cream, and some Parmesan? A creamy skillet of cheesy, eggy, chard-y deliciousness. You’re welcome.

(Even my kids who love raw greens but get iffy with cooked ones liked this creamed chard and eggs skillet.)

P.S. Sometimes we eat breakfast for supper more than we eat breakfast for breakfast.

P.S.S. (or is it P.P.S?) I didn’t grow the chard I used in this recipe. My chard in the garden has sprouted, but it’s currently 1/86th of a centimeter tall. Grocery store to the rescue– for now, at least.

creamed chard and eggs skillet recipe

creamed chard and eggs skillet recipe

Creamed Chard and Eggs Skillet Recipe

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Creamed Chard and Eggs Skillet

  • Author: The Prairie Homestead
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Country Breakfast

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small onion or leek, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bunch (approximately 6 stalks) chard, or greens of your choice (spinach, kale, etc)
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese, divided
  • 5–6 large eggs
  • Ground black pepper
  • Crusty bread or toast

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. De-stem the chard and coarsely chop the leaves. Dice the stems and set aside.
  3. Melt the butter in a 10-inch oven-safe skillet (I like to use cast iron). Add the onion and chard stems to the skillet, and saute until softened. Add the garlic and chopped chard leaves, cooking until they are wilted (2 to 3 minutes)
  4. Add the lemon juice, mustard, cream, and ¼ cup Parmesan.
  5. Simmer for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, or until the cream has thickened slightly.
  6. Make shallow wells in the top of the chard mixture using the back of a spoon, then crack the eggs directly on top.
  7. Sprinkle with black pepper and the remaining ¼ cup of Parmesan.
  8. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the whites are set and the yolks are cooked to your liking. (I like mine a bit runny.)
  9. Serve with a bit of toast or crusty bread to sop up the creamy goodness.

creamed chard and eggs skillet recipe

Creamed Chard and Eggs Notes:

  • My favorite French bread recipe is the perfect, crusty companion to these eggs.
  • To make this recipe for a bigger crowd, double the ingredients and bake in a 9×13 pan instead of a skillet.
  • Here are a whole bunch of other ways to use up a glut of spring eggs.

creamed chard and eggs skillet recipe

creamed chard and eggs skillet recipe

 

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25 Comments

  1. Ruth McClure says

    May 23, 2018 at 2:34 pm

    What temperature do you set your oven? You don’t say in the recipe. Sounds good and I think I will try to reduce the recipe to one serving tonugh. My Swiss Chard is big enough in my garden and my chickens are laying well now too. ??

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    • Jill Winger says

      May 29, 2018 at 9:26 pm

      Whoops! 350 degrees. sorry about that!

      ★★★★★

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    • Beth says

      July 28, 2019 at 5:32 pm

      I’m about to make this! I’m curious what did you do with the chopped stems?

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  2. Ruth says

    May 23, 2018 at 4:53 pm

    If you have too many eggs, you can freeze them for winter. https://www.incredibleegg.org/eggcyclopedia/f/freezing-eggs/

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  3. Myriam says

    May 25, 2018 at 8:47 pm

    Love this! I just made quiche for dinner, and we’re planning on using the leftovers for breakfast tomorrow. I bet it’ll be even better then.
    You have such a great blog, Jill – you’re an inspiration. I’m only been blogging for 6 months (on living a simple life abroad as a mom of 2 little ones), and I now understand how much work it takes behind the scenes to get it looking half decent. Hats off to you! And thanks for sharing.

    ★★★★★

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    • Jill Winger says

      May 29, 2018 at 9:26 pm

      Aw, thanks Myriam! Yes, blogging is a lot of work, but very rewarding! 🙂 Congrats on getting yours started and off the ground!

      ★★★★★

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  4. tw says

    June 6, 2018 at 8:45 am

    My first thought– Eggs,mustard,cream? Not together in my world… But my oh my what a surprise!! I love it. I do have to say we adapted the recipe and added grilled chicken strips. I will be adding this to my favorite menus.. Thank you for sharing.

    ★★★★★

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  5. Phuong says

    June 13, 2018 at 9:53 pm

    I’m going to try this with the kale we’ve got growing in our garden. We’re further south than you, so our garden is up and running.

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    • Amber Martin says

      May 1, 2019 at 12:28 pm

      Would this work okay with Kale instead of the chard do you think?

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  6. foster says

    June 20, 2018 at 3:50 am

    good post,thank you

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    • TERRI S LYNN says

      February 27, 2020 at 11:36 am

      How could I do this in my instant pot?

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  7. beautyglown.com says

    June 23, 2018 at 12:04 am

    very nice recipes…i loved it

    ★★★

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  8. Laura says

    July 6, 2018 at 9:24 am

    I love eggs too, although our chickens aren’t huge producers these days. I just read a book by this dietitian Lily Nichols that basically affirmed my eating all the eggs is a genius idea. So that’s good to know!

    ★★★★★

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  9. Tamara says

    July 13, 2018 at 12:59 pm

    Thanks for this recipe! Always looking for more ideas on how to use the chard! Sharing for others as well!

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    April 14, 2019 at 11:23 pm

    Nice post.

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    April 15, 2019 at 11:15 pm

    Nice post, Thanks…!!!

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  12. Ashley says

    May 1, 2019 at 7:32 am

    Currently we have an over abundance of forageable curly dock greens that will be sublime in this recipe! Creamed greens are such a spring comfort food and you’re right – there is never a bad time for eggs. Thanks!

    ★★★★★

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  13. Carol Orr says

    May 5, 2019 at 6:14 pm

    Easy Sunday night supper. Flavor, visual appeal and taste. I used sour cream instead of cream, added diced orange bell pepper and nutmeg. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  14. bushssang says

    November 20, 2019 at 10:40 pm

    I usually cook medium-sized eggs. It looks like creamy, fragrant and melting in the mouth. I love to eat eggs but there are many recommendations that eggs are not good for the liver

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  15. dagatructiep says

    December 3, 2019 at 8:32 am

    Thanks for this recipe! Always looking for more ideas on how to use the chard! Sharing for others as well!

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  16. casinovua says

    December 18, 2019 at 8:20 pm

    Thanks for this recipe! Always looking for more ideas on how to use the chard! Sharing for others as well!

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  17. casinovua says

    January 6, 2020 at 7:57 pm

    Easy Sunday night supper. Flavor, visual appeal and taste. I used sour cream instead of cream, added diced orange bell pepper and nutmeg. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  18. sv388 says

    January 20, 2020 at 1:03 am

    Nice post, Thanks…!!!

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  19. gà ch?i vi?t says

    August 21, 2020 at 10:16 pm

    Thanks for this recipe! Always looking for more ideas on how to use the chard! Sharing for others as well!

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  20. vuabai79 says

    September 10, 2020 at 9:41 pm

    Nice post, I have tried the same and they are really delicious!!! Unbelievable!!
    Thank you so much for those ingredient <3

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