Chicken & Spinach Quiche

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A creamy, savory French tart featuring tender chicken and fresh spinach in a rich egg custard.
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This classic Chicken and Spinach Quiche is the ultimate comfort food for brunch or a light dinner. The dish features a flaky, buttery pastry crust filled with a luscious custard made from eggs, milk, and real mayonnaise for extra richness. Tender pieces of cooked chicken and vibrant, thawed spinach are folded into the mixture, creating a perfect balance of textures and flavors. A hint of dried basil and black pepper adds warmth, while shredded Swiss cheese melts into a golden, savory crust. It&# 226;€™s versatile enough to serve warm from the oven or chilled as a make-ahead meal. Whether you’re hosting a weekend gathering or needing a satisfying weeknight meal that comes together with pantry staples, this quiche delivers elegant, home-style flavor that everyone will love.

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Chicken & Spinach Quiche

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 320.8

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This classic Chicken and Spinach Quiche is the ultimate comfort food for brunch or a light dinner. The dish features a flaky, buttery pastry crust filled with a luscious custard made from eggs, milk, and real mayonnaise for extra richness. Tender pieces of cooked chicken and vibrant, thawed spinach are folded into the mixture, creating a perfect balance of textures and flavors. A hint of dried basil and black pepper adds warmth, while shredded Swiss cheese melts into a golden, savory crust. It&# 226;€™s versatile enough to serve warm from the oven or chilled as a make-ahead meal. Whether you're hosting a weekend gathering or needing a satisfying weeknight meal that comes together with pantry staples, this quiche delivers elegant, home-style flavor that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place the unbaked pastry shell on a baking sheet and pierce the bottom thoroughly with a fork to prevent puffing.
  3. Bake the empty shell for 10 minutes to par-bake the crust, then remove from the oven. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
  4. While the crust bakes, thaw the frozen chopped spinach and squeeze out all excess liquid using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth; you should have about 1/2 cup of drained spinach.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped cooked chicken, drained spinach, finely chopped onion, and shredded Swiss cheese. Toss gently to combine.
  6. Spoon the chicken and spinach mixture into the partially baked pastry shell, spreading it evenly.
  7. In a separate small bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Stir in the real mayonnaise, milk, dried basil leaves, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and well-blended.
  8. Pour the egg custard mixture evenly over the chicken and spinach filling in the pastry shell.
  9. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Allow the quiche to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving to allow the custard to set.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 320.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.9g33%
Saturated Fat 10.6g53%
Cholesterol 70.0mg24%
Sodium 115.4mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 9.5g4%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
Sugars 0.7g
Protein 22.4g45%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: quiche, chicken, spinach, brunch, breakfast, custard, pastry, swiss cheese, french, egg tart, comfort food, make ahead, oven baked, savory, basil, mayonnaise, onion, meal prep, lunch
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