Chicken Pecan Quiche
Elevate your brunch game with this indulgent Chicken Pecan Quiche, a delightful combination of savory and nutty flavors baked to perfection. This recipe starts with a buttery pre-made pie crust, filled with tender shredded chicken breast, toasted pecans, and a blend of creamy cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. A rich and velvety custard made with heavy cream, whole milk, and eggs is infused with a hint of nutmeg, salt, and black pepper to tie all the flavors together. Topped with a touch of butter for extra richness, this quiche bakes to a golden perfection in just 45 minutes. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner, this elegant dish serves six and can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature. Whether hosting a gathering or treating yourself to a gourmet-inspired meal, this Chicken Pecan Quiche is a crowd-pleaser that balances hearty and refined flavors seamlessly.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece Pre-made pie crust
- 1.5 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 0.5 cups Pecans, roughly chopped
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cups Whole milk
- 4 pieces Large eggs
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Press the pre-made pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim or crimp the edges as desired.
In a dry skillet, toast the chopped pecans over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, eggs, ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Scatter the shredded chicken evenly across the bottom of the pie crust.
Add the toasted pecans on top of the chicken, spreading them out evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses over the chicken and pecans.
Pour the custard mixture into the pie crust, ensuring it spreads evenly across the ingredients.
Dot small pieces of butter across the top of the custard for added richness.
Carefully transfer the pie dish to the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the quiche is set in the center and the top is golden brown.
Remove the quiche from the oven and allow it to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing to serve.
Slice into wedges and enjoy your Chicken Pecan Quiche warm or at room temperature!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3994 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 280.1 g | 359% | |
| Saturated Fat | 114.8 g | 574% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1475 mg | 492% | |
| Sodium | 3882 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 158.2 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.3 g | ||
| Protein | 200.2 g | 400% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 1580 mg | 122% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1770 mg | 38% | |
*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.
