One Step Crab Quiche
Transform your brunch spread with this irresistibly easy One Step Crab Quiche, a decadent dish loaded with tender crab meat, creamy Swiss cheese, and a velvety custard base. This recipe simplifies gourmet cooking with minimal prep time and a fuss-free approach, blending milk, cream, and eggs with a hint of onion powder, black pepper, and a buttery crust for the perfect savory balance. Baked until golden and set to perfection, this quiche pairs beautifully with a fresh green salad or a light soup, making it ideal for brunches, special occasions, or even a quick weeknight dinner. Impress your guests with its rich flavor and effortless one-step preparation—your taste buds will thank you!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup crab meat
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 4 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 crust unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, and melted butter until fully combined.
Gradually whisk in the flour, salt, black pepper, and onion powder, ensuring there are no lumps.
Stir in the crab meat and shredded Swiss cheese until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Place the unbaked 9-inch pie crust onto a pie dish, ensuring it is properly shaped against the edges.
Pour the crab and egg mixture into the pie crust, spreading evenly with a spatula if necessary.
Carefully transfer the pie dish to the preheated oven and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the quiche is set and the top is golden brown.
Remove the quiche from the oven and let it cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
492 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.9 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 196 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 836 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.7 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 21.5 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 287 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 288 mg | 6% | |
*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.
