Spicy Feta and Egg Skillet with Harissa
A vibrant and flavorful Mediterranean breakfast dish featuring crumbled feta cheese baked with eggs and a generous swirl of spicy harissa paste. This quick and easy skillet breakfast is packed with bold flavors and comforting textures, perfect for a kickstart to your day.

Prep Time
25 min
Difficulty
Medium
Servings
2
Calories
350 kcal
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Slice the red onion thinly and halve the cherry tomatoes.
~5 min - 3
Heat the olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced red onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
~5 min - 4
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for another 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
~4 min - 5
Crumble the feta cheese over the vegetables in the skillet.
~1 min - 6
Create four wells in the feta and vegetable mixture. Crack an egg into each well.
~2 min - 7
Dollop spoonfuls of harissa paste around the eggs.
~1 min - 8
Season with salt and black pepper.
- 9
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
~10 min - 10
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
~1 min
Tips
- For a milder spice, use less harissa paste or mix it with a little Greek yogurt before adding. You can also serve a side of plain yogurt for those who prefer less heat.
- This dish is excellent served with warm pita bread or crusty bread for dipping into the runny yolks and flavorful sauce.
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