With a caramelized, crispy potato crust and pockets of creamy goat cheese, this Potato Crusted Herb and Goat Cheese Frittata is bursting with the bright, bold flavors of fresh summer herbs. It’s an effortlessly elegant dish perfect for any meal of the day – and one bite will have the whole family hooked!
One of my favorite parts of summer is growing fresh herbs! I love being able to run out to my backyard and grab a quick handful of herbs to spruce up any recipe. Fresh herbs add so much flavor as well as add a healthy boost of phytonutrients to all types of dishes.
My inspiration for this recipe was a quick breakfast frittata that I whipped up one early summer morning several years ago when my garden was just starting to fill with fresh herbs. It was absolute perfection!
This Potato Crusted Herb and Goat Cheese Frittata boasts subtle flavors with thinly sliced yellow potatoes, fluffy eggs, tender sautéed shallots, and dollops of tangy goat cheese that compliment and truly let the bold herbaceous flavors shine. I choose to incorporate chopped chives and basil – two of my favorite summer herbs – to bring a bold punch of flavor to this frittata. Every bite is layered with fresh herb flavor, including bright chives, sweet basil, and a touch of earthiness from the shallots.
Using fresh herbs brings so much bright flavor to this frittata – it can’t be beat. If you don’t have fresh herbs, you can substitute freeze dried herbs. But I don’t recommend using traditional dried herbs, as they don’t bring nearly as much bold flavor. Read more about recipe substitution recommendations and ideas below.
Why I Love This Herb and Goat Cheese Frittata Recipe
- Serve It Anytime: This Potato Crusted Frittata is perfect for a filling breakfast, but works equally well as a delicious lunch or dinner. Just pair it with a fresh salad, and this frittata offers an effortlessly elegant meal – perfect for company or just serving the family.
- Loaded with Flavor: Chives and potatoes are a match made in heaven. Fluffy scrambled eggs and melted dollops of tangy goat cheese compliment this pairing. Finally, the basil brings a hint of sweet floral and peppery notes.
- Potato Crusted: One of my favorite parts about this dish is the layer of tender, thinly sliced potatoes. The potatoes form a slightly crispy and caramelized crust on the bottom, but the egg also seeps down between the top layers just a bit, adding delicious layers of soft eggs and tender potatoes throughout.
- Perfect for the Whole Family: Everyone, including my one-year-old niece, loved this flavor packed frittata.
Herby Frittata Recipe Substitutions
This frittata recipe can easily be customized to your preference:
- Try Different Herb Combinations: You can experiment with different herbs depending on what you have growing or available. For example, swap in some dill, thyme, or even parsley as a substitute for or in addition to the basil and chives.
- Swap Freeze Dried Herbs: If you are making this Herb and Goat Cheese Frittata during winter or when fresh herbs aren’t at their peak, try swapping in freeze dried herbs instead. Keep in mind that freeze dried herbs have a more concentrated flavor, so you should reduce the amount by 1/3. I don’t recommend using traditional dried herbs here, since the flavor isn’t as fresh.
- Mix up the Cheeses: If you aren’t a fan of goat cheese, or just want to try something different, you can try this recipe with all kinds of different cheeses. This Potato and Herb Frittata would be perfect topped with shredded parmesan, white cheddar, or swiss. Or add in chunks of feta, for a salty, creamy bite. You can even dollop with dots of cottage cheese that will melt in beautifully and add an extra boost of protein.
Looking for More Easy Frittata Recipes?
A versatile frittata, like this Potato Crusted Herb and Goat Cheese Frittata, makes a perfect breakfast, lunch, or dinner when you are looking for something easy, light, and protein packed. You can stir in nearly anything you have on hand – keep it vegetarian with lots of fresh veggies or toss in all kinds of meats and cheeses. The options are endless.
Some of my other most popular frittata recipes include:
- Ham and Cheese Frittata for Two: This recipe is great when you have leftover ham and are looking for a quick recipe for two. As one of my most popular recipes, it is one of my go to recipes for an easy and quick brunch or dinner.
- Swiss, Caramelized Onion, and Sausage Frittata: This frittata feels elegant, yet simple with beautifully caramelized onions, crumbled sausage, and swiss cheese. The recipe includes one of my favorite tips for making quick cooking caramelized onions to cut down on prep time, and it can easily be doubled or tripled as needed.
Potato Crusted Herb and Goat Cheese Frittata
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 shallot (minced)
- 1 tbsp butter
- 3 medium yellow potatoes
- 8 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 3 tbsp fresh basil (chopped)
- 3 tbsp fresh chives (chopped)
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 4 oz goat cheese (garlic herb or plain)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°
- Using a mandolin slicer or sharp knife, thinly slice potatoes into even rounds (about ⅛ inch thin).
- In a 10 inch cast iron skillet (or other ovenproof skillet), heat oil over medium heat. Add in minced shallot and sauté 3 minutes until softened. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Add butter to pan and increase heat to medium-high. When butter is melted and coats bottom of the pan, layer in potatoes - distributing in an even layer around the bottom of the pan. Cook without stirring 8 - 10 minutes, until potatoes begin to turn golden and form a slight crispy crust on the bottom layer.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, onion powder, salt, and pepper, Basil, and Chives. Add in sautéed shallots and stir to combine.
- Slowly pour egg mixture into pan over potato layer (using care not to disturb the layered potatoes), and crumble goat cheese over top.
- Transfer skillet to oven, and bake 22 - 24 minutes until eggs are set.
- Sprinkle with additional fresh herbs just before serving for an extra boost of flavor if desired.