It isn’t just barbecue and brisket that you can toss on your pellet grill. Our Traeger Grilled Bacon Asparagus Frittata is the perfect reason to fire things up this morning. The perfect combination of cheese, bacon, eggs, and asparagus, you’re going to want this for breakfast every day!
Bacon Asparagus Frittata
The Traeger is a little underutilized when it comes to breakfast foods. I think some of that has to do with people not having the time or the patience for big breakfasts with multiple things cooking at once to pull it off on a grill. I get it.
Sometimes, I want a big hearty breakfast but the execution takes too much time, and I just end up skipping breakfast entirely.
Not great!
This recipe is high protein, low carb, and 100% delicious. It is also great for meal prep, so you can whip up a pan or two of this on the weekends and enjoy it all week long.
What is a frittata, anyway?
According to dictionary.com, a Frittata is “an omelet resembling a large pancake and containing vegetables, seasonings, and often ricotta, Parmesan, or other cheese.”
Yeah, I had to look it up. I mean, between all of the different egg dishes it is easy to get mixed up. You have Frittatas, Omelets, Egg Bakes, Quiche, Strata. AGGGGHHHHH. There are so many different ways to do eggs. We aren’t even dipping our toes into things with eggs that are unwhipped, either.
Basically, a frittata is like a lot of those other options, but it is crustless and doesn’t really include milk or cream. They are also traditionally prepared on the stovetop and finished in the oven.
Speaking of the oven, this question comes up quite a bit when you deal with Frittatas.
Can this be cooked in the oven instead of the grill?
Yes! There are benefits to the final results if you start it on the stovetop, but I don’t think they are significant enough to make it 100% necessary.
The same goes for your grills. This is a perfect dish to get creative with cooking methods on.
If your grill is buried in snow or the weather isn’t very conducive to being outside, this recipe can easily be made inside.
Check out all of my Traeger Recipes!
Bacon Asparagus Frittata shopping list
Wondering if you have to hit the store? Here’s the list of items you’ll need to make this recipe. For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Eggs
- Asparagus stalks
- Bacon
- Cheddar cheese
- Salt
- Black pepper
Use up those EGGS with these recipes!
How to make a Frittata on the pellet grill
This is just the overview so you can see what you’re actually getting into here. When you are cooking, you’ll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.
1
Preheat
Fire up the grill and let it preheat to 350°F.
2
Prep
Prepare a grill-safe baking dish with cooking spray.
3
Whip
Beat the eggs with the seasonings, pour into the baking dish, and sprinkle in the asparagus, and most of the bacon and cheese.
4
Cook
Let the frittata cook in the pellet grill for 25-30 minutes, or until the eggs are set.
5
Enjoy
Top with the remaining bacon and cheese, let melt, and then remove from the grill and enjoy!
Make with a big plate of Butter Swim Biscuits and Gravy!
Bacon Asparagus Frittata FAQ
Can this dish be made in advance?
Absolutely! That’s one of my favorite things about frittatas. You can make them in advance and they reheat really well. I recommend the oven over the microwave for this for best results.
Is this best served hot or cold?
Either! Personally, I prefer hot – but you can totally make this and serve it cold or room temp if you’d like!
Tips for making the BEST frittata
FRESH EGGS.
They matter.
I mean, if you do not have access to farm eggs, I get it. Get your grocery store eggs and you’ll still love this recipe, but if where you live is anywhere like where I live, fresh eggs are literally just down the block. Almost anywhere here.
I realize not everyone lives in the best place on earth like I do, but if you are on the fence about whether farm eggs are ACTUALLY better than factory eggs, GET OFF THE FENCE, THERE IS NO ARGUMENT.
Farm eggs from hens that are allowed to hunt, peck, and spend their days in the grass and the sunshine are not even in the same galaxy as factory eggs.
Try our Sausage Egg Bites
Serve this with…
More Breakfast Recipes To Love
- Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
- Smoked Breakfast Fatty
- Traeger Breakfast Bake
- Stuffed Breakfast Croissant
- Blackstone Breakfast Quesadilla
Traeger Bacon and Asparagus Frittata
This easy egg bake is full of delicious Traeger bacon and asparagus. Use farm fresh eggs for the best results!
Ingredients
- 10 large eggs
- 5 asparagus stalks
- 6 strips bacon, cooked and chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Start up your grill and set the temperature to 350 degrees F.
- In a small mixing bowl add the eggs, salt and pepper. Using a whisk, mix your egg mixture thoroughly.
- Pour the egg mixture into a small ovenproof baking dish coated in non-stick cooking spray.
- Place the asparagus and about 2/3 of the bacon pieces into the egg mixture, then sprinkle the cheese on top.
- Place the dish onto the grill and close the lid. Let cook for 25-30 minutes. the eggs are fully cooked when there is no liquid in the center of the dish.
- Pull from the grill and add the last of the bacon to the top. Cut into 3-4 inch pieces and serve.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 189Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 255mgSodium: 460mgCarbohydrates: 1gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 14g
Nutrition data provided here is only an estimate. If you are tracking these things for medical purposes please consult an outside, trusted source. Thanks!
Nicole Johnson
Nicole Johnson, a self-taught expert in grilling and outdoor cooking, launched Or Whatever You Do in 2010. Her blog, renowned for its comprehensive and creative outdoor cooking recipes, has garnered a vast audience of millions. Nicole's hands-on experience and passion for grilling shine through her work. Her husband, Jeremiah Johnson, also plays a pivotal role in recipe development, adding his culinary flair to the mix. Together, they form a dynamic duo, offering a rich and varied outdoor cooking experience to their followers.