Broccoli Cheddar Quiche is an easy breakfast or brunch recipe with a flaky crust, tender broccoli, and plenty of cheddar in every slice. It feels classic and satisfying, but the ingredient list stays simple enough for a weekend breakfast or meal prep.
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✅ Recipe Name: Broccoli Cheddar Quiche
🕒 Ready In: ~55 minutes
👪 Serves: 8 slices
🍽 Calories: ~260 per slice estimated
🥣 Main Ingredients: Pie crust, eggs, milk, broccoli, onion, cheddar cheese
📖 Dietary Info: Vegetarian; gluten-free option
👌 Difficulty: Easy - mix, fill, bake
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This is a great recipe when you want something that works for breakfast, lunch, or a lighter dinner. The eggs bake into a soft, savory filling, while the broccoli and cheddar give it the familiar flavor combination everyone loves.
It's also easy to make ahead, reheat, and serve with fruit, roasted potatoes, or a simple salad. If you love easy breakfast recipes, try this with our Egg White Frittata, Western Scrambled Eggs, or Cottage Cheese Overnight Oats next.
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Why You'll Love this Broccoli Cheddar Quiche:
Simple Brunch Recipe: This quiche is easy to prep and works well for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or a light dinner.
Classic Broccoli Cheddar Flavor: Tender broccoli and cheddar cheese give every slice a savory, familiar flavor.
Great for Make-Ahead Meals: Bake it once and reheat slices throughout the week.
Easy to Customize: Use a gluten-free pie crust if needed, or add extra vegetables, bacon, or different cheeses.
Light but Filling: Eggs, cheese, and broccoli make it satisfying without feeling too heavy.
Key Ingredients:
- pie crust. This gives the quiche its classic flaky base. Use a gluten-free pie crust if needed.
- eggs. The base of the filling and what helps the quiche set as it bakes.
- milk. Helps lighten the egg mixture and gives the filling a softer texture.
- broccoli florets. Add flavor, texture, and a little color to each slice. Cut them small so they bake evenly.
- onion. Adds savory flavor and helps balance the richness from the eggs and cheese.
- cheddar cheese. Gives the quiche that classic broccoli cheddar flavor and melts into the filling as it bakes.
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Easy Substitutions & Variations:
- Make it gluten-free: Use a gluten-free pie crust and double check that any packaged ingredients are labeled gluten-free if needed.
- Use a different cheese: Swiss, Monterey Jack, mozzarella, or a sharp white cheddar can be used instead of regular cheddar.
- Add more vegetables: Mushrooms, spinach, bell peppers, or zucchini can be added for extra flavor and texture.
- Add protein: Cooked bacon, sausage, ham, or shredded chicken can be added if you want a more filling quiche.
- Make it crustless: Skip the pie crust and bake the filling in a greased pie dish for a lower-carb option.
How to Make Broccoli Cheddar Quiche:
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Place the pie crust in a pie dish. Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Add the broccoli florets and diced onion, then sauté for 4-5 minutes.
- Step 2: Add the sautéed broccoli and onion to the prepared pie crust. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the broccoli and onion.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, garlic powder, and pepper until smooth.
- Step 4: Pour the egg mixture into the crust. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set. Let the quiche cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
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Recipe Notes & Tips:
- Sauté the broccoli and onion first: This helps soften the vegetables before baking and keeps the quiche from having a raw onion flavor.
- Cut the broccoli small: Smaller florets bake more evenly and make the quiche easier to slice.
- Layer the filling in the crust: Add the sautéed broccoli and onion first, then sprinkle the cheddar cheese on top before pouring in the egg mixture.
- Do not over bake: The quiche is done when the center is set and no longer jiggles. Over baking can make the egg filling rubbery.
- Let it rest before slicing: Let the quiche cool for about 10 minutes so the filling has time to set and slices cleanly.
How to Store:
Refrigerator: Store Broccoli Cheddar Quiche covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheating: Reheat individual slices in the microwave, oven, or air fryer until warmed through. The oven or air fryer will help keep the crust crisp.
Freezer: Freeze the baked quiche whole or in individual slices for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
Broccoli Cheddar Quiche FAQs:
Yes, use a gluten-free pie crust instead of a regular pie crust. Also check any packaged ingredients, especially the crust and shredded cheese, to make sure they are labeled gluten-free if needed.
The quiche is done when the edges are set and the center no longer jiggles. A knife inserted near the center should come out mostly clean, and the top should look lightly golden.
Yes, this is a great make-ahead breakfast or brunch recipe. Bake it fully, let it cool, then store it covered in the refrigerator and reheat slices as needed.
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Broccoli Cheddar Quiche
Ingredients
- 1 pie crust
- 8 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- ½ cup onion, diced
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Place the pie crust in a pie dish and crimp the edges if needed.
- Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Add the broccoli florets and diced onion, then sauté for 4-5 minutes, until the onion is softened and the broccoli is slightly tender.
- Add the sautéed broccoli and onion to the prepared pie crust.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the broccoli and onion.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, garlic powder, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the broccoli, onion, and cheese.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Let the quiche cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
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Notes
- Sauté the broccoli and onion first: This helps soften the vegetables before baking and keeps the quiche from having a raw onion flavor.
- Cut the broccoli small: Smaller florets bake more evenly and make the quiche easier to slice.
- Layer the filling in the crust: Add the sautéed broccoli and onion first, then sprinkle the cheddar cheese on top before pouring in the egg mixture.
- Do not over bake: The quiche is done when the center is set and no longer jiggles. Over baking can make the egg filling rubbery.
- Let it rest before slicing: Let the quiche cool for about 10 minutes so the filling has time to set and slices cleanly.
Kae says
This was soo good! Will be making again!