Description
This Homemade Savory Meat And Cheese Quiche is a creamy, flavorful, and filling dish that combines rich eggs, melty cheese, and your favorite meats all in a buttery crust. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner and comes together with just a few simple ingredients. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or planning your weekly meal prep, this quiche is a cozy crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 deep-dish 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup half-and-half or heavy cream
- 1 cup cooked meat (bacon, sausage, ham, or shredded chicken)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Swiss, or mozzarella)
- ½ cup sautéed vegetables (optional: onions, mushrooms, spinach, peppers)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: garlic powder, paprika, or dried herbs for extra flavor
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Let the pie crust sit at room temperature if frozen.
- Prep the crust: Place the crust in a pie dish. Prick the bottom with a fork and pre-bake for 7–8 minutes to prevent sogginess. Let cool slightly.
- Cook the filling: In a skillet, cook your chosen meat until fully done. If using vegetables, sauté them in a little oil until soft. Drain any excess moisture.
- Mix the eggs: In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, half-and-half, salt, pepper, and optional spices until smooth.
- Assemble the quiche: Spread meat over the pie crust, layer on vegetables (if using), sprinkle cheese on top, then pour the egg mixture evenly over everything.
- Bake the quiche: Place in the oven and bake for 35–45 minutes, or until the center is set and top is golden. A knife inserted should come out clean.
- Cool and serve: Let the quiche sit for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.
Notes
You can make this quiche crustless for a low-carb option. To prevent a watery quiche, always cook and drain vegetables before adding them. This recipe is great for using up leftovers and works with almost any cheese or meat combination.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of quiche)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 135mg