Name: Mediterranean Baked Feta Eggs: Your New Favorite Comfort Dish Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 200 g Feta Cheese Block (feta in brine for best melting texture); 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (choose ripe tomatoes for a flavor explosion); 2 cloves Garlic (minced); 1 small Shallot (finely chopped); 3 large Eggs (room temperature for even cooking); 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (extra virgin recommended); 0.5 teaspoon Dried Oregano (substitute with fresh if needed); 0.25 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (adjust according to spice preference); Salt (to taste); Fresh Parsley or Basil (for garnish; can substitute with dill or cilantro)

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Introduction

Mediterranean Baked Feta Eggs combine creamy feta cheese with juicy cherry tomatoes and perfectly baked eggs for a comforting and flavorful meal. This easy-to-make dish is ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner that feels both special and wholesome.

Four baked eggs are shown close up in a white square dish on a white marbled surface. Each egg is thick with white cooked fully and bright golden yolk on top, some with a slightly browned edge. Two eggs are topped with small roasted red tomato pieces, and all are sprinkled with chopped green herbs and black pepper flakes. The dish looks warm and fresh, with some oil glistening on the yolks and white parts. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

200 g Feta Cheese (block feta in brine for best melting texture)
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (choose ripe tomatoes for a flavor explosion)
2 cloves Garlic (minced)
1 small Shallot (finely chopped)
3 large Eggs (room temperature for even cooking)
2 tablespoons Olive Oil (extra virgin recommended)
0.5 teaspoon Dried Oregano (substitute with fresh if needed)
0.25 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (adjust according to spice preference)
Salt (to taste)
Fresh Parsley or Basil (for garnish; can substitute with dill or cilantro)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2: Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and finely chopped shallots, sautéing until softened, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Step 3: Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook until blistered and releasing their juices, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
Step 4: Stir in the dried oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt. Let the flavors meld for a minute.
Step 5: Nestle chunks of feta cheese into the tomato mixture and simmer for another 2 minutes to warm through.
Step 6: Create small wells in the mixture, gently crack an egg into each well.
Step 7: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain slightly runny.
Step 8: Remove from oven and let rest for 2 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil and a drizzle of olive oil before serving with pita or crusty bread.

Tips & Variations

Use fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary if you don’t have oregano on hand for a different flavor twist.
For a milder dish, reduce or omit the crushed red pepper flakes.
Try adding sliced olives or capers for an extra Mediterranean touch.
If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, cook the tomato mixture in a regular pan, then transfer it to a baking dish before adding eggs.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave until warmed through. Note that reheating may slightly change the texture of the eggs, so enjoying this dish fresh is best.

How to Serve

The dish shows a white square baking dish filled with four baked eggs, each with two main visible layers; the base layer is a browned, crispy textured surface with melted cheese, and on top are sunny yellow egg yolks surrounded by firm white egg whites. Each egg yolk is topped with a roasted red cherry tomato slice that has a slightly wrinkled texture, and fresh green chopped herbs sprinkled over the entire dish for color contrast. The dish rests on a white marbled surface with a bunch of fresh red tomatoes on the vine in the blurred background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular shredded feta instead of a block?

Using a block feta helps with melting evenly and keeps the texture creamy. Shredded feta may not melt as well, but it can still work in a pinch.

What can I serve with Mediterranean baked feta eggs?

This dish pairs wonderfully with warm pita bread, crusty sourdough, or even a light side salad for a complete meal.