Omelet in a Bag is the easiest way to make an omelet. Learn how to make an omelet recipe that is quick, simple, and delicious!
Omelet in a Bag Recipe
The quickest new way to make omelets is with this Ziploc omelet recipe! If you’ve ever wondered how to cook omelets with just about the easiest, most hassle-free process ever…this is it!
Generally, I am not a fan of breakfast … or breakfast for dinner. I know that’s crazy to hear, especially with all the amazing breakfast recipes I share with you all! But it’s just not my thing (unless it’s biscuits and gravy – then I’ll take a plate or two). There aren’t many breakfast foods I like … and I’d rather eat toast or an English Muffin on most days. On an infrequent occasion, though, I don’t mind the idea of breakfast and will entertain eating breakfast for dinner.
However, my family acts like breakfast food is the best thing since sliced bread. If they know we have breakfast food for dinner – they act like they won the dinner lottery! On weekends, when I actually “make” breakfast … they’re right there like a pack of ravenous wolves waiting to be fed. And that’s why this recipe comes in so handy.
One of the best things about this omelet recipe is that I don’t have to spend an hour making 7 omelets for our family. I can make ALL of them simultaneously – and everyone can personalize their “bag” with the veggies and meats they like. Serve this omelet up with some hash browns and fresh fruit … and it’s a pretty painless breakfast that I’ll even eat!
Recipe for Omelet in a Bag:
- large eggs
- Desired mix-ins (see below!)
- Additional toppings (optional)
This recipe is more about the method, rather than any specific ingredients. Personalize this recipe and feel free to mix in things you know your family will enjoy! Here are some suggestions …
NOTE: Make sure all meats are pre-cooked – you can also pre-cook some of the veggies if you prefer
- Denver Omelet: Ham, onion, green pepper, cheese
- Farmer Omelet: Bacon, ham, mushrooms, green pepper, onion, cheese
- Chicken Fajita Omelet (my husband’s favorite!): Chopped chicken, salsa, onion, green pepper, cheese. Top with more salsa and sour cream!
- Garden Omelet: Green pepper, onion, mushroom, tomatoes, cheese
- Meat Lover’s Omelet: Bacon, pork sausage, ham, green pepper, onion, cheese
- Philly Cheese Steak Omelet: Thinly sliced beef, onion, green pepper, cheese whiz, provolone
- Mushroom and Sausage Omelet: Pork sausage, mushrooms, cheese
- Pizza Omelet: Italian sausage, pepperoni, pizza sauce, cheese
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana: I’m just kidding … I put that to see if you were paying attention and to make you say “Ewwww” 🤢 – However, if you try it, my kids want to know if it was good?! 🤣 Never mind – I would not endorse anyone trying it!
- My personal favorite: Spinach, tomato
- Alfredo omelet: Spinach, tomatoes, Alfredo sauce, cheese
How to make an Omelet in a Bag:
- Bring a large pan of water to a boil.
- Crack eggs into the bag. Add desired mix-ins.
- Place bags in the boiling water for exactly 13 minutes.
- Carefully remove the bags from the water (they will be hot) and open the top of the bag.
- Jiggle the omelet onto a serving plate. It will roll right out! Serve with additional toppings of choice, if desired.
Omelet in a Bag: FAQs
If you have questions about making an easy omelet, I have answers! Take a look at this section before leaving a comment if you run into trouble or just want some suggestions.
Go ahead and boil it for a little longer! But 13 minutes should work.
If it won’t slide right out – again, boil it a little longer!
Use a known BPA-free brand like Ziploc to boil these omelets! This isn’t a sponsored post or anything … Ziploc makes the most well-known BPA-free resealable bag. No toxins in your omelets, please!!
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Omelet in a Bag
Equipment
Ingredients
- Zip-top sandwich bags – 1 bag for each omelet
- 2 large eggs for each omelet
- Desired mix-ins
- Additional topping of choice optional
Instructions
- Bring a large pan of water to a boil.
- Meanwhile, if necessary, write names on the bags to identify the omelets.
- Crack eggs into the bag. Add desired mix-ins. Seal bag and squeeze the mixture to mix the ingredients well. Open the bag slightly and reseal bag removing as much air as you can. Using your fingers, squeeze the mixture back to the bottom of the bag.
- When the water boils, place bags in the water for exactly 13 minutes.
- Carefully remove the bags from the water (they will be hot) and open the top of the bag – jiggle the omelet onto a serving plate. It will roll right out!
- Serve with additional toppings of choice, if desired.
Notes
- Denver Omelet: Ham, onion, green pepper, cheese
- Farmer Omelet: Bacon, ham, mushrooms, green pepper, onion, cheese
- Chicken Fajita Omelet (my husband’s favorite!): Chopped chicken, salsa, onion, green pepper, cheese. Top with more salsa and sour cream!
- Garden Omelet: Green pepper, onion, mushroom, tomatoes, cheese
- Meat Lover’s Omelet: Bacon, pork sausage, ham, green pepper, onion, cheese
- Philly Cheese Steak Omelet: Thinly sliced beef, onion, green pepper, cheese whiz, provolone
- Mushroom and Sausage Omelet: Pork sausage, mushrooms, cheese
- Pizza Omelet: Italian sausage, pepperoni, pizza sauce, cheese
- My personal favorite: Spinach, tomato
- Alfredo Omelet: Spinach, tomatoes, Alfredo sauce, cheese
Nutrition
Please note that the nutritional information listed on this page is an estimation based on the products I used. Ingredients and nutritional information can vary significantly between brands. Always be sure to read labels. Please verify that a recipe fits your needs before using it. Nutrition info may contain errors, so please verify it independently. Likewise, recipes may contain errors, so please use your common sense when following them.
Originally published on September 14, 2012. Updated on June 7, 2021.
Jamie these are delicious! I have made them when i have a lot of company and everyone has different tastes! My husband is right there with you on the biscuits and gravy thing!
No PB-choc-banana for me, thanks!
I've read about these ziplock omelets, but have never attempted them. Seems like a no-fuss thing, though.
That is brilliant! We do a similar method with just a single egg when we're camping to make breakfast sandwiches. I've never made an omelet, but I don't think I can go wrong with this idea. Thanks for sharing!
Coolest idea ever! I can't wait to try it. Thanks so much for linking up at One Creative Weekend! Enjoy your weekend.
We did this camping a few years back. They turned out really well. I've done them a few times at home too. I can't make a real omelet, so I love this version.
I never would have thought to make it this way! Thanks for sharing, Jamie!
Have a great weekend,
Linda
What a good idea! I would never have thought to prepare an omelet like this! Thanks for sharing!
I've made these before when the kids were still home, very easy and yummy!
Genius!!!! WOW! You made my day with this idea, thank you!
We do this when we go camping. It is great way to make everyone happy. Thanks for sharing it on foodie friday.
Anything that also makes cooking food fun for kids is a great idea! Thanks for sharing on Foodie Friends Friday!
I have never heard of this in my life before ( under a rock I know lol )
What a great idea!!!
Thanks for sharing
I know you already shared this at One Creative Weekend. Today I started a Gluten-Free Share Page on OneCreativeMommy.com. This recipe would be helpful to people trying to go gluten-free. I would love it if you visited and shared this (and any of your other gluten-free recipes).
These look so great. My family LOVES Breakfast for dinner. We have it a few times a month. Thanks for sharing this at Must Try Monday!
This is a great idea, I like that you don't need any oil or butter.
Good idea! I am going to give it a try. Thanks for sharing at This Week's Cravings.
What a great idea! I love breakfast, stopping by from Mealtime Mondays
Brilliant!!!
I'm pinning this! I love omelets and I can't wait to try this. Sounds delish this way!
What a great idea!
I'd love it if you would link this (and a couple other recipes if you'd like) up to Wonderful Food Wednesday at: http://www.athometake2.com. I hope you can stop by.
Jessica @ At Home Take 2
How nifty! Love this idea =)
Thank you for linking!
What a great idea, and I will be trying this out, how convenient and easy – look things like this! Thanks for sharing your inspiration with Sunday’s Best – you helped make the party a success!
I like this idea so much that I pinned it and shared the pin on my Facebook Page. Please stop by OneCreativeMommy.com and grab a featured button. Thanks for linking up to One Creative Weekend. The new party opens tomorrow. I hope you’ll be back.
Very cool idea, I hadn't heard of it before (and we do go camping!). Will this work with any bag? I always buy the generics, do you think it will be heavy duty enough?
I really like this idea. I love breakfast for dinner. I will be trying this recipe for supper the day my husband has chemo. It seems like an easy meal to make and one he can add what he wants – he used to be our Sunday morning Breakfast maker. Take care & thanks for the recipe.
Enjoy, Mary! Best wishes to your husband!
Our small group went camping one weekend. We made up the bags before bed and put names on the bags. Then as folks woke up, we threw their bag in the pot. Excellent way to feed a lot of folks breakfast!
Are we shutting off the burner before adding egg bags ?
Nope. Keep the heat on.
Would you be able to freeze these and eat them at a later time?
Yes, you can freeze them for up to four months!