Feta Fried Eggs Grilled Cheese (Print View)

Crispy feta fried eggs combine with melted cheese and golden bread for a flavorful, hearty meal.

# Components:

→ Dairy & Cheese

01 - 4 oz crumbled feta cheese
02 - 4 slices cheddar or mozzarella cheese
03 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter at room temperature

→ Bread

04 - 4 slices sourdough or country-style bread

→ Eggs

05 - 2 large eggs

→ Pantry

06 - 1 tbsp olive oil
07 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste
08 - Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
02 - Sprinkle half the crumbled feta in two circular shapes about the size of the bread slices directly onto the skillet.
03 - Crack one egg into the center of each feta circle. Season with black pepper and red pepper flakes if desired. Cook 2 to 3 minutes until feta edges are golden and crisp and egg whites are set. Flip carefully and cook 1 more minute for soft yolk, longer if firmer yolk preferred. Remove and set aside.
04 - Butter one side of each bread slice. On a clean surface, place two slices buttered side down. Layer each with two slices of cheddar or mozzarella cheese.
05 - Top each cheese-layered bread slice with a feta-fried egg, then cover with remaining bread slices, buttered side up.
06 - Wipe out the skillet and return to medium heat. Grill sandwiches 2 to 3 minutes per side, pressing gently, until golden brown and cheese is melted.
07 - Slice sandwiches and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The crispy, salty feta edges add a savory depth that transforms ordinary grilled cheese into something you'll crave.
  • It comes together in under 20 minutes, making weeknight dinners feel fancy without the fuss.
  • That soft, melting yolk mingles with gooey cheese in every bite—pure comfort on a plate.
02 -
  • Don't skip the gentle press while grilling—it helps the cheese melt evenly and prevents a hollow pocket of air from forming.
  • If your egg yolk breaks during flipping, don't panic; it still tastes incredible and adds richness to the cheese.
03 -
  • Keep your butter at room temperature so it spreads easily and toasts evenly without tearing the bread.
  • The moment you see the feta edges turn golden brown, you're done frying the egg—don't wait for it to get darker or the cheese will taste bitter.
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