Cheddar Crab Quiche
Elevate your brunch game with this indulgent Cheddar Crab Quiche, a creamy, savory delight packed with tender lump crab meat, sharp cheddar cheese, and vibrant scallions nestled in a flaky pie crust. This easy-to-make quiche combines the richness of eggs, heavy cream, and a hint of paprika, perfectly seasoned with garlic and black pepper for a luxurious, coastal-inspired flavor. Whether you're hosting a weekend brunch or looking for a light dinner idea, this elegant seafood quiche is sure to impress. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and watch it disappear in a flash! Great for seafood lovers and perfect as a centerpiece for any gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup lump crab meat
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 0.25 cup scallions (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges. Use a fork to prick the bottom of the crust to prevent bubbling, then bake for 10 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.
In a small skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and set aside.
Evenly spread the lump crab meat and shredded cheddar cheese over the partially baked pie crust. Add the chopped scallions on top.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, milk, sautéed garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika until smooth and fully combined.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the crab, cheese, and scallions in the pie crust.
Place the quiche on a baking sheet to catch any spills, then bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
Allow the quiche to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3127 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 220.5 g | 283% | |
| Saturated Fat | 104.6 g | 523% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1276 mg | 425% | |
| Sodium | 4123 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 155.1 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.6 g | ||
| Protein | 114.4 g | 229% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 1295 mg | 100% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1548 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
