Quick and easy recipes

Are you in a rush or constantly strapped for time? This varied collection of quick and easy egg recipes is perfect for when you need to cook up something quickly with as little effort as possible.

From simple egg recipes, such as omelettes and scrambled eggs, to more elaborate dishes like the Micro Mexican pot or the Strawberry and ricotta rollups, these easy egg recipes prove that with the right ingredients and recipe, there’s a lot you can achieve in little time.

Simple in practice but deliciously impressive in results, all of these egg recipes can be created in 15 minutes or less and in some cases just five minutes for those really up against the clock! Why not try out one of our many quick and easy recipes, including Egg in a mug, Spanish omelette or a Veggie breakfast scramble? Get your stopwatch at the ready and get cooking to see how easy it is to make fantastic tasty meals.

Eggs are the ideal ingredient to have to hand if you’re frequently short of time. Despite the perception that quick recipes have to be very basic, plain or boring, our range of deliciously easy egg recipes proves otherwise. For colourful, easy dinner ideas, check out our Rainbow egg wrap, Avocado and crispy prosciutto omelette or Egg in a hole with tomato and feta. Quick and easy recipes can also offer a healthier twist on your favourite ‘fast food’ style dishes, such as our Easy egg pizza or Avocado and egg quesadilla with salmon.

Microwave poached eggs

Microwave poached eggs

  • Serves: 1
  • Prep: 1 mins
  • Cook: 1 mins
Microwaved poached eggs are quick and easy to make and ready in under two...
How to make an omelette

How to make an omelette

  • Serves: 1
  • Prep: 2 mins
  • Cook: 2 mins
BEIS team How to make an omelette? The quick answer is: mix eggs with...
How to poach an egg

How to poach an egg

  • Serves: 1
  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 5 mins
Uncover the secret to perfectly delicious poached eggs with this popular and flavourful classic...
Microwave omelette

Microwave omelette

  • Serves: 1
  • Prep: 1 mins
  • Cook: 3 mins
Try cooking a classic omelette in the microwave - it'll take less than five...
Smoked mackerel scrambled eggs

Smoked mackerel scrambled eggs

  • Serves: 4
  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 5 mins
A deliciously different recipe. Quick and easy to prepare, this scramble makes a perfect...
Courgette frittata

Courgette frittata, quick

  • Serves: 4
  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 10 mins
For a low calorie and nutritious vegetarian supper, courgette frittata is quick and easy...
Spanish omelette with chorizo

Spanish omelette with chorizo

  • Serves: 4
  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 12 mins
Quick, filling and tasty recipe for Spanish omelette with potato, onion and chorizo, that...
Vegetarian pizza omelette

Vegetarian pizza omelette

  • Serves: 1
  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 5 mins
It’s not quite a pizza, but it’s more than an omelette; this is a...
Stir fried eggs

Stir fried eggs

  • Serves: 1
  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 5 mins
Stir fries are quick and easy to prepare and this version made with eggs...
Egg in a mug

Egg in a mug

  • Serves: 2
  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 4 mins
For a portable breakfast, split the pitta pocket and scoop in the egg.
Muffins with poached eggs

Muffins with poached eggs

  • Serves: 2
  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 5 mins
Nothing starts your day better than this muffin and poached egg recipe - simple...
Egg and broccoli pasta

Egg and broccoli pasta

  • Serves: 4
  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 15 mins
This recipe is fantastic value at less than £1 per portion. Not only that...