Bacon and Egg Meat Nests

Name: Bacon and Egg Meat Nests
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Française
Ingredients: 500 g (1 lb) ground beef or beef-pork blend; ½ onion, finely chopped; 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped; 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped; 1 tbsp yellow mustard; Juice of ½ lemon; 1 tsp olive oil; 6 slices smoked bacon; 2 fresh eggs; Salt and black pepper to taste

By Marie Lefebvre · Updated October 25, 2026

These juicy baked meat nests hide a delicious surprise inside: crispy bacon lining and a perfectly cooked egg nestled in the center. A hearty, protein-packed dinner that comes together with minimal effort and maximum flavor.

Prep⏱️ 30 min

Servings👥 2 servings

Difficulty📊 Easy

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🛒 Ingredients

2 servings

500 g (1 lb) ground beef or beef-pork blend
½ onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
1 tbsp yellow mustard
Juice of ½ lemon
1 tsp olive oil
6 slices smoked bacon
2 fresh eggs
Salt and black pepper to taste

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Directions

1
Preheat oven to 200 °C / 400 °F.
2
In a large bowl, combine ground meat, onion, parsley, chives, mustard, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3
Mix thoroughly by hand until evenly combined.
4
Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape into thick patties.
5
Place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and press a deep well into the center of each patty using a glass.
6
Line each well with 3 bacon slices, covering the bottom and sides.
7
Bake for 20 minutes until the meat is cooked through and browned.
8
Crack one egg into each nest, season with a pinch of salt, and return to the oven for 12–15 minutes depending on desired egg doneness.
9
Remove from oven, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.