Spicy Chik'n Omelet

Sometimes it's really cool to be a food blogger.

Not only do you get to cook all the time and take pretty pictures, but sometimes a company is super generous and sends a few products your way. One such company is OXO and boy do they show food bloggers some love.

Thank you OXO and for your efforts I reward you with tasty omelets.

Because that's the preferred form of payment right? Not cash, not gum, but omelets.

I make omelets all the time because eggs are a poor vegetarian's best friend. Plus I happen to make a pretty mean omelet. Now they're even fiercer with Oxo's Flip and Fold Omelet Turner. I swear this tool was made specifically for me, and is quickly becoming something I'll wonder how I ever did without.

Not only does this tool fold over omelets perfectly, it also gets your omelet out of the pan in no time flat. No more awkward tilt and shake with the frying pan only to have your omelet flop off your plate and on to the floor (believe me this has happened). One easy motion and BOOM you're done.

Usually when I fix an omelet I keep it simple and use spinach and whatever cheese I have on hand. Tonight for dinner I was feeling extra zesty (and ravenous) so I decided to make a spicy chik'n omelet with a chopped spiced chik'n patty, pepper jack cheese, baby kale and salsa.

I have an unhealthy attachment to kale and baby kale I can tell is going to turn into an all out Fatal Attraction obsession. It has a milder flavor than regular kale and is much more tender. Perfect for putting in omelets for an extra nutritious bite.

If you're of the meat persuasion you could use a crispy chicken patty, grilled chicken tossed in hot sauce or some spicy shredded beef or pork in place of the chik'n patty. I know putting chicken into an omelet may seem a little strange but I promise it works. Why should bacon and ham have all the fun? Chicken can sit at the breakfast table too!

I'd love to hear your omelet suggestions so I can get more use out of my Omelet Turner. In the meantime I think I'll use it to flip some of my other favorite recipes like Chunky Monkey Pancakes, Balsamic Roasted Strawberry and Arugula Grilled Cheese or Vindaloo Sweet Potato Burgers with Fig Butter.

Hmmm...looks like I'll have some leftovers. Anyone interested?

Spicy Chik'n Omelet 
HTIC Original

2 eggs, whisked
1 spicy chik'n patty (or other "meat" option), cooked and chopped
1 slice pepper jack cheese (or cheddar, jack, colby)
1/2 cup baby kale (or spinach)
2 T. salsa

1. Heat medium skillet over medium heat. Coat with cooking spray.
2. Pour eggs into skillet and rotate skillet so egg coats the entire bottom of the pan. Allow egg to cook for 1-2 minutes or until edges start to set.
3. Add chopped chik'n, baby kale and cheese to one half of the omelet. Cook for 1 minute until top surface of omelet has mostly set.
4. Fold over the other side of the omelet, so it covers the side with the fillings. Remove pan from heat and cover with lid. Allow to steam for 2-3 minutes or until cheese has melted.
5. Remove omelet from pan and top with salsa. Kick your feet up and enjoy!

*I received these products through OXO's Blogger Outreach Program. For more information, click here.

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