Indulge in a tantalizing culinary experience with our irresistible Chicken Taco Quiche, a delectable fusion of Mexican and French cuisine. This savory dish combines the bold flavors of Mexican tacos with the creamy richness of a classic quiche. Imagine tender chicken, seasoned with a blend of zesty spices, nestled amidst a velvety filling of eggs, cheese, and a medley of colorful vegetables. Wrapped in a flaky, golden crust, each bite offers a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This versatile recipe also features a vegetarian alternative, catering to diverse dietary preferences. Embark on a culinary journey with us as we guide you through the steps to create this mouthwatering masterpiece, perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner.
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CHICKEN TACO QUICHE
I wanted to make a quiche but didn't want the usual flavors, so I used ingredients I had in my pantry and refrigerator to come up with this recipe. I was surprised at the great taste and how well the flavors came together. My neighbor asked for the recipe and had the same success! -Tamie Bradford, Grand Forks AFB, North Dakota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Breakfast Brunch Dinner
Time 1h15m
Yield 2 quiches (6 servings each).
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll half of dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Repeat with remaining dough. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 425°. , Line unpricked crusts with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice. Bake on a lower oven rack until edges are light golden brown, 15-20 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake until bottom is golden brown, 3-6 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce oven setting to 400°., In a small bowl, combine chicken and one envelope taco seasoning; spoon into crusts. Top with salsa and cheese. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, cream, butter and remaining taco seasoning. Stir in chiles and olives. Pour over cheese. Cover edges of quiches loosely with foil; place on baking sheets. Bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 33-35 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked quiches. To use, remove from freezer 30 minutes before baking (do not thaw). Preheat oven to 400°. Place quiches on baking sheets; cover edge loosely with foil. Bake as directed, increasing time as necessary for a knife inserted in the center to come out clean.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 490 calories, Fat 33g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 229mg cholesterol, Sodium 839mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
EASY CHICKEN QUICHE
Turn leftover chicken into this simple and gourmet chicken savory quiche. Shredded chicken, green onions, garlic, and Gouda cheese combine to make a perfect quick and easy dinner.
Provided by Fioa
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs
Time 50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish with cooking spray.
- Line the prepared pie dish with puff pastry, covering base and sides. Trim excess pastry. Brush bottom with Dijon mustard.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped green onions and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Mix in chicken, and cook for 1 minute more.
- Whisk eggs, heavy cream, salt, nutmeg, ground black pepper, and Italian seasoning together in a bowl.
- Layer 1/2 of the Gouda cheese over the puff pastry and top with chicken mixture. Pour in egg mixture. Sprinkle the remaining Gouda cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until set and golden, about 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 520.3 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 180.2 mg, Fat 41.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 20.5 g, Sodium 727.1 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
MINI TACO QUICHES
These tasty mini taco quiches are a party favorite. The crust is a flour tortilla and the quiches are comprised of ground beef, taco seasoning, Cheddar cheese, black olives, and sour cream.
Provided by James B
Time 50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray.
- Cook beef and onion in a large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the heat. Drain and discard grease.
- Stir in tomato sauce, olives, water, hot sauce, egg, and taco seasoning; mix well.
- Cut each flour tortilla into 3 rounds using a 4-inch round cookie cutter. Fit a round into each of the prepared muffin cups and fill each with 1/4 cup meat mixture. Top with sour cream and Cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until heated through, about 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16.4 g, Cholesterol 45.4 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 616.8 mg, Sugar 2 g
MEXICAN TACO QUICHE
A great (and man-pleasin') breakfast or brunch main dish! Prepare the taco meat the night before and keep refrigerated; warm in microwave next morning to really speed up this dish! I especially love serving this for Football Brunch... Holds 'em over till halftime so I can watch the game too! Serve with sour cream and enjoy!
Provided by RockingItCountryStyle
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs Quiche
Time 1h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Whisk together the eggs, milk, salsa, bell pepper, onion, and Mexican-style cheese in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the ground beef. Cook and stir until the beef is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and discard any excess grease. Stir in the taco seasoning, then spread the meat mixture into the pie crust. Pour the egg mixture over the beef.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a knife inserted into the center of the quiche comes out clean, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Cool for 10 minutes before serving warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.4 calories, Carbohydrate 20.7 g, Cholesterol 197.3 mg, Fat 35.8 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 30.1 g, SaturatedFat 19.3 g, Sodium 1011.2 mg, Sugar 5 g
Tips:
- Use a store-bought pie crust to save time. If you're short on time, or don't feel like making your own pie crust, you can easily use a store-bought one. Just be sure to pre-bake it according to the package directions before filling it.
- Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken is a lean protein, and it can easily become dry if it's overcooked. Be sure to cook it just until it's cooked through, or it will be tough and chewy.
- Use a variety of vegetables. This recipe is a great way to use up any leftover vegetables you have in your fridge. Feel free to add or substitute any vegetables you like.
- Use a good quality cheese. The cheese is one of the most important ingredients in this quiche, so be sure to use a good quality cheese that you enjoy. A sharp cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese would be a good choice.
- Serve the quiche warm or cold. This quiche is delicious served warm or cold. If you're serving it cold, be sure to let it cool completely before slicing and serving.
Conclusion:
This chicken taco quiche is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for any occasion. It's also a great way to use up any leftover chicken or vegetables you have in your fridge. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this chicken taco quiche a try!
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