Egg recipes for dinner and main meals

Eggs are an incredibly versatile ingredient and are the base of a huge variety of main meal recipes – they’re also filling, affordable and delicious.

Our selection of main meals includes quick dinner recipes as well as main meal ideas to make dinner time fast, easy and exciting, every night. Our meal recipes make long hours spent on weekly meal prep a thing of the past. With a huge selection of healthy recipes, family dinners and exciting main meal ideas, you’ll never be at a loss for inspiration again.

Three of our recent favourites (pictured) are the drunken noodles with boiled egg, crustless quiche and the classic cheesy omelette with ham.

Egg recipes for dinner
Spinach and egg burgers

Spinach and egg burgers

  • Serves: 4
  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 20 mins
Eggs are a great alternative source of protein to meat, so swap your regular...
Summer quiche

Summer quiche

  • Serves: 8
  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 50 mins
A great-tasting picnic favourite, our summer quiche recipe is a fantastic dish to share...
Baked eggs

Baked eggs

  • Serves: 2
  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 10 mins
To watch top vloggers Crumbs Food cook this recipe click here.
Thai style stuffed omelette

Thai style stuffed omelette

  • Serves: 4
  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 15 mins
Go Oriental with this Thai style protein-packed wonder. Just add juicy strips of chicken...
Chickpea and courgette eggah

Chickpea and courgette eggah

  • Serves: 4
  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 15 mins
A lovely light summer recipe, our chickpea and courgette eggah recipe infuses classic Moroccan...

Egg dinner recipes

For those looking for a twist on traditional meals, egg dinner recipes like the Thai chicken omelette bring exciting flavours to the table. Alternatively, enjoy a comforting dish of crispy breakfast potatoes with soft boiled eggs for a hearty dinner option.

Meals with eggs

Meals with eggs can be as creative or straightforward as you like. For something portable, the salmon and egg breakfast wrap works just as well for dinner. Or go traditional with a hearty sausage and egg pie.

Dinner ideas with eggs

Need dinner ideas with eggs? Consider the comforting eggs au gratin or a vibrant vegetable bake. These dishes are perfect for vegetarians and egg lovers alike.

Making eggs for dinner opens the door to countless creative possibilities. A pizza omelette is a fun twist on pizza night, while a cheese & bacon eggy bread bake is perfect for satisfying hunger after a busy day.

Egg dishes for dinner

Classic egg dishes for dinner include the timeless eggs baked in a crusty baguette, perfect for a satisfying yet simple meal. Or try bubble and squeak patties for a comforting and filling option.

Main dish egg recipes like nasi goreng or forget the pastry quiche offer satisfying meals that are packed with protein and flavour. These dishes are sure to please the whole family.