Pesto Egg Sandwich with Provolone and Chili Onion Crunch Recipe
A flavorful and easy-to-make Pesto Egg Sandwich that combines creamy pesto-cooked eggs, melted provolone cheese, and a spicy kick from chili onion crunch served on toasted English muffins. Perfect for a quick breakfast or brunch with a gourmet twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
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Eggs and Pesto
- 4 eggs
- 4 tablespoons pesto
Bread and Cheese
- 4 English muffins, cut in half
- 4 slices provolone cheese
Condiment
- 2 tablespoons chili onion crunch
Instructions
- Heat Pesto: In a nonstick skillet, heat the 4 tablespoons of pesto over medium-high heat until it begins to gently bubble and infuse the pan.
- Prepare English Muffins: Lay out the English muffin halves on a baking sheet and top one half of them with the provolone cheese slices.
- Broil Cheese: Place the baking sheet under the broiler for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Remove and set aside.
- Cook Eggs: Crack the 4 eggs into the skillet over the heated pesto. Cook undisturbed for 3 minutes so the eggs start to set and absorb the pesto flavor.
- Flip Eggs: Carefully flip the eggs and cook them on the other side to desired doneness. For over-medium, cook an additional 1 minute.
- Assemble Sandwich: Top the English muffin halves with melted cheese with the cooked pesto eggs. Add about 1/2 tablespoon of chili onion crunch on top for a spicy crunch. Close the sandwich and serve immediately.
Notes
- Using a nonstick skillet helps prevent sticking when cooking eggs in pesto.
- The chili onion crunch adds a spicy, savory note but can be adjusted or omitted to taste.
- English muffins can be toasted separately for extra crunch before assembling.
- Pesto can be homemade or store-bought depending on preference and time.
- Cooking time for eggs can be adjusted to preferred doneness (sunny side up, over easy, etc.).
Keywords: Pesto Egg Sandwich, Breakfast Sandwich, Provolone Cheese, English Muffin, Chili Onion Crunch, Easy Breakfast
