Easy Cottage Cheese Frittata (High Protein!)
Published Aug 25, 2025
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If you’ve been craving a hearty, high-protein breakfast that’s comforting and flavorful, this cottage cheese frittata is your answer. With sausage, fluffy eggs, and rich cottage cheese, it’s an easy one-pan meal that shines for weekend brunch or as a make-ahead breakfast during the week.
Why You’ll Love This High Protein Frittata
Y’all know I love a make-ahead breakfast recipe (have you checked out these meal prep breakfast burritos yet?) and this one checks all the boxes. It’s made with simple, wholesome ingredients that leave you full and satisfied. The cottage cheese brings a smooth texture and extra protein, giving you a healthier twist on a classic egg bake without heavy cream. You could even portion it like cottage cheese egg bites for grab-and-go mornings.
Bake it once, and you’ll have breakfast ready to reheat all week. It’s keto-friendly, gluten-free, and even low-calorie compared to cream-heavy frittatas. If you’ve tried my 30-Minute Mexican Frittata with Beef, you’ll love how this version leans on cottage cheese for extra richness.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Ground breakfast sausage: Adds savory flavor and protein.
- Eggs: The base of any frittata, giving you those fluffy eggs we all love.
- Avocado or olive oil: Keeps the pan greased and adds a subtle flavor.
- Garlic Cloves: Minced fresh garlic enhances the sausage and veggies with a savory, aromatic flavor.
- Garlic Powder & Onion Powder: Helps build flavor depth.
- Onions (sweet + green): Sautéed for sweetness and freshness.
- Cherry tomatoes: For a juicy, bright pop in every bite.
- Cottage cheese: The star of the show, keeping it moist and rich.
- Feta cheese: Tangy and salty for balance.
- Salt and pepper: Classic seasoning to taste.
- Fresh garnishes: Green onions, chives, and more feta on top.
Want another protein-packed idea? Try my Easy High Protein Breakfast Bowls for a savory pairing. Or, for another frittata variation, don’t miss my Steak and Caramelized Onion Frittata.
How to Make Cottage Cheese Frittata
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-inch oven-safe skillet or cast iron. Heat oil in the skillet over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart.
Step 2: Stir in minced garlic and cook 1-2 minutes more. Add chopped onion and cook 2-3 minutes, until softened. Drain excess grease and set aside.
Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Fold in feta.
Step 4: Stir sausage, green onions, and tomatoes into the egg mixture. Pour into the prepared skillet.
Step 5: Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the center is set and the top is golden. These oven-baked eggs should look puffed and slightly browned.
Step 6: Let cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with cherry tomatoes, more feta, and chives.
Mac’s Pro Tip
Storage and Make-Ahead Tips
- Fridge: Store slices in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freeze: Wrap individual portions tightly or place them in a freezer safe bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Meal prep friendly: Portion ahead and pack with fruit or salad for a healthy brunch or balanced lunches.
If you love prepping ahead, check out my High Protein Chicken Salad! It’s another cottage cheese-based recipe that is perfect for weekday meals.
Recipe FAQs
Yes! Cottage cheese adds creaminess and protein to this low-carb frittata without the heaviness of cream, making this a healthier twist on a traditional egg bake.
Drain cooked veggies and sausage well. Using full-fat cottage cheese also helps keep texture fluffy and prevents a soggy frittata.
It depends on your goals but I would say yes. This egg and cottage cheese recipe is low-carb, high in protein, and lower in calories than cream-heavy frittatas.
Spinach, bell peppers, mushrooms, zucchini, or even broccoli work great. Customize it like a cottage cheese breakfast casserole with whatever you have.
This baked frittata proves that a simple skillet breakfast can be hearty, healthy, and packed with flavor. It’s a high-protein meal you can count on whether you want a high-protein breakfast, are hosting a weekend brunch, or pulling together a quick weeknight dinner. This cottage cheese egg bake is one of my favorite easy one-pan meals.
And if you need a fun bite-sized app to pair with brunch, my Easy Bacon-Wrapped Pickle Poppers are always a hit.
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Easy Cottage Cheese Frittata (High Protein!)
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground breakfast sausage
- 8 large eggs
- 1 tbsp avocado or olive oil
- 2-3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ cup chopped sweet onion
- 1/4 cup green onions
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes cut into fourths
- ½ cup cottage cheese full-fat or low-fat
- 1/2 cup feta cheese low-fat or cheese of choice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Garnish: cherry tomatoes cut in half more feta cheese, green onions, and chopped chives.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-inch oven-safe skillet or cast iron with oil or cooking spray.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the avocado or olive oil. Add the sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula. Add the minced garlic and cook another 1–2 minutes. Add the chopped onions and cook for 2–3 minutes, until softened and translucent. Drain excess grease. Set aside to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in the cottage cheese and feta. Stir the cooked sausage, green onions, and tomatoes into the egg mixture until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into your prepared 12-inch dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is slightly golden.
- Let the frittata cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Top with feta, green onions, chives and cherry tomato halves.
Notes
- Fridge: Store slices in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freeze: Wrap individual portions tightly or place them in a freezer safe bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Meal prep friendly: Portion ahead and pack with fruit or salad for a healthy brunch or balanced lunches.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
