Best 11 Green Chile Quiche Or Frittata Recipes

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Craving a delectable and versatile dish that seamlessly transitions from breakfast to brunch and even lunch? Look no further than the Green Chile Quiche or Frittata, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds with its symphony of flavors and textures. This savory dish, deeply rooted in New Mexican cuisine, boasts a rich filling of roasted green chiles, eggs, cheese, and sometimes meat, all nestled within a flaky, golden crust. Whether you prefer a traditional quiche or a crustless frittata, this article presents a collection of recipes that cater to your preferences. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the nuances of each recipe, guiding you towards creating an unforgettable Green Chile Quiche or Frittata that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

GREEN CHILE FRITTATA



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This simple frittata packs a big punch when it comes to flavor. It's full of potatoes, sausage, green chiles and cheese for a complete breakfast all in one dish. Make it ahead and heat up for breakfast throughout the week. A quick salsa made with diced canned tomatoes goes on the side for extra flavor and color.

Provided by Gabriela Rodiles

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons olive oil
6 ounces sweet or spicy sausage links, casings removed
1 cup shredded hash browns, thawed
6 large eggs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar
3 tablespoons cottage cheese
One 4-ounce can mild diced green chiles
One 14-ounce can petite fire roasted diced tomatoes, lightly drained
Half a small white onion, diced
1/4 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
Juice of 1 lime

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, until just browned, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate.
  • Add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil to the skillet. Add the hash browns and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and golden in spots, about 4 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, add the eggs to a medium bowl and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Whisk to combine, and then stir in the Cheddar and cottage cheese.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir the sausage and green chiles into the skillet to combine.
  • Pour the egg mixture into the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently with a rubber spatula, until the mixture is thick, about 3 minutes.
  • Transfer to the oven and cook until set, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine the diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro and lime juice in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Run a rubber spatula around the edge of the skillet and slide the frittata onto a cutting board. Cut into wedges and serve with the salsa.

GREEN CHILE QUICHE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 large eggs
1 cup milk
1/3 cup heavy cream
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 scallions, finely chopped
1 4.25-ounce can chopped green chiles, drained
1/2 cup grated pepper jack cheese (about 2 ounces)
1 frozen 9-inch deep-dish piecrust, thawed
Paprika, for sprinkling
1 5-ounce package mixed salad greens (about 8 cups)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon

Steps:

  • Position a rack in the upper third of the oven; set a baking sheet on the rack and preheat to 400 degrees F.
  • Whisk the eggs, milk, heavy cream, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl. Whisk in the scallions,chiles and cheese. Pour the mixture into the piecrust and sprinkle with paprika. Place on the hot baking sheet in the oven and bakeuntil golden brown and set, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Toss the salad greens in a large bowl with the olive oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. Cut the quiche into wedges and serve with the salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570 calorie, Fat 39 grams, SaturatedFat 17 grams, Cholesterol 273 milligrams, Sodium 747 milligrams, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 14 grams

GREEN CHILE QUICHE



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Flaky pie crust filled with fluffy, creamy eggs, spicy green chile, and cheese add up to this Green Chile Quiche - a delicious breakfast any day of the week.

Provided by Mary Younkin

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 eggs
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup chopped roasted green chile (frozen or canned is fine)
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
1 prepared pie crust, store-bought is fine

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Whisk together the eggs, cream, salt, and pepper. Place the crust in a deep pie plate or round 9"pan. Prick the crust with a fork several times. Spread the green chile across the bottom of the crust and then cover with cheese. Pour the egg mixture over the cheese and chile.
  • Bake for 15 minutes at 425 degrees. Reduce the heat to 300 degrees and bake an additional 30-40 minutes, until the quiche is puffy and lightly browned. Let cool 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
  • FREEZER INSTRUCTIONS: Let the quiche cool completely. Cover tightly with foil and freeze until ready to use. Thaw completely in the refrigerator and then warm covered with foil in the oven or slice and warm individual servings in the microwave. You can also freeze individual servings of leftover quiche in airtight containers or ziploc bags. Simply warm in the microwave when ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 177 mg, Sodium 435 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving

FRESH GREEN CHILE QUICHE



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Three cheeses and green chile peppers are baked together in a delicious quiche.

Provided by KEVLARTURTLE

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 green chile peppers, seeded and chopped
1 small onion, diced
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
½ cup sour cream
¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust
8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
3 eggs, beaten
¾ cup milk
4 ounces Cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook peppers and onion until tender. Transfer to a bowl and mix with feta, sour cream and salt.
  • Spread bottom of pie crust with Monterey Jack cheese. Top cheese with pepper and onion mixture. Mix eggs and milk in a bowl; evenly pour over onion and pepper mixture. Top with Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake 45 minutes in the preheated oven, or until cheese is melted and eggs are firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 166.7 mg, Fat 39.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 22.8 g, SaturatedFat 19.2 g, Sodium 750.2 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

CHILE VERDE QUICHE



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A Southwestern quiche with roasted green chile for the crust! Make a bunch the day before for a breakfast/brunch party.

Provided by divamoses

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs     Quiche

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray
8 canned whole green chiles, or more to taste
7 eggs
½ cup chopped onions
3 tablespoons heavy cream
¾ teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ pound sharp Cheddar cheese, cubed
2 tomatoes, sliced, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Spray a pie plate with cooking spray.
  • Cut chiles lengthwise into strips. Line strips over the bottom of pie plate to form a crust, placing pointed ends toward the center.
  • Beat eggs in a bowl and mix in onions, cream, garlic salt, cumin, and pepper. Fold in Cheddar cheese. Layer tomatoes over the chile 'crust,' and pour egg mixture on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until quiche is set, 30 to 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Cholesterol 185.3 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 1180.2 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

GREEN CHILE FRITTATA



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This rich recipe is great for either a brunch or breakfast. You can make this a day ahead if you want to serve it for an early morning breakfast. Just reheat in the microwave. You may use any combination of cheese in this recipe, even non-fat.

Provided by Melanie

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs     Frittata Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 eggs, beaten
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 pinch salt
1 (7 ounce) can diced green chile peppers, drained
1 (16 ounce) container low-fat cottage cheese
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, mix the eggs, flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the green chile peppers, cottage cheese, Cheddar cheese, and melted butter. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Reduce heat to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C), and continue baking for 35 to 40 minutes. Cool slightly, and cut into small squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 213.7 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 620.7 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

GREEN CHILE FRITTATA



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 large eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon good-quality chile powder
1/2 bunch cilantro, leaves only, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 roasted red peppers (pimiento), sliced into strips
2 poblano chiles, roasted, peeled, seeded, and diced
1 1/2 cups grated Mexican Manchego or Jack cheese
Sprigs of cilantro, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the eggs with the salt, pepper, chile powder, and cilantro. Whisk with a fork until evenly blended and set aside.
  • In a 10-inch non-stick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and saute for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and slightly golden. Add the red pepper and the poblano and cook for 2 minutes more. Pour the egg mixture into the pan and swirl the bottom of the pan with a fork to mix the vegetables with the eggs. Reduce the heat to medium-low, scatter the cheese over the top and cook the frittata slowly, covered, until the eggs are set almost all the way through. Shake the pan back and fourth on the burner occasionally to be sure the frittata is not sticking. Place the pan under a broiler on medium for a minute or two just to set the top of the frittata completely. Remove from the heat and let the frittata set in the pan for 10 minutes. Place a round platter on the top of the pan and invert the frittata onto it. Garnish with sprigs of cilantro and serve warm or at room temperature, cut into wedges.

CHILES RELLENOS QUICHE



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To me, nothing sparks up a meal more than the smoky flavor of roasted green chiles. This is a quick and easy recipe, and I usually have the ingredients on hand, so when I don't know what to fix for dinner, I make this quiche. -Linda Miritello, Mesa, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Dough for single-crust pie
2 tablespoons cornmeal
1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
3 large eggs
3/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
2 to 4 drops hot pepper sauce, optional

Steps:

  • On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge.?Refrigerate 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 450°. , Line unpricked crust with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 8 minutes. Remove foil; bake 5 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce heat to 350°. , Sprinkle cornmeal over bottom of crust. In a small bowl, combine cheeses; set aside 1/2 cup for topping. Add chiles to remaining cheese mixture; sprinkle into crust. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, sour cream, cilantro and hot pepper sauce if desired. Pour into crust; sprinkle with reserved cheese mixture. , Bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting. , Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked quiche. To use, remove from freezer 30 minutes before baking (do not thaw). Preheat oven to 350°. Place quiche on a baking sheet; 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 444 calories, Fat 31g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 178mg cholesterol, Sodium 520mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

GREEN CHILE QUICHE SQUARES



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Chilies add spark to this cheesy quiche. You can vary the flavor based on the kind of croutons you buy. I like to serve fresh fruit on the side.-Connie Willson, Huntington Beach, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups salad croutons
4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
6 large eggs
3 cups 2% milk
2 teaspoons ground mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Arrange croutons in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese and chiles. In a bowl, beat remaining ingredients. Pour over cheese. Refrigerate, covered, 8 hours or overnight., Remove dish from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake, uncovered, until a knife inserted in center comes out clean, 40-45 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 136mg cholesterol, Sodium 653mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

GREEN CHILI FRITTATA



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This makes a nice luncheon dish or for any light meal. I have also cut it into smaller squares and served it an an hous d'oeuvre.

Provided by CaliforniaJan

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
10 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 lb butter, melted and slightly cooled
2 cups small curd cottage cheese
1 lb monterey jack cheese, grated
3 (4 ounce) cans diced green chilies
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. butter a 9 by 13-inch shallow baking dish. Mix flour and baking powder. Add eggs and butter, blending well. Blend in remaining ingredients. Put mixture in the prepared baking dish and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until set. Cut into squares and serve hot.

GREEN CHILE SPINACH QUICHE



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You can add other meats or veggies to suite your taste, and this quiche can be baked with or without pie shells. My whole family (ages 65 to 1) love this quiche! Sometimes I add a small package of chopped ham to the recipe.

Provided by nica36

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs     Quiche

Time 1h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
12 eggs
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
2 cups small curd cottage cheese
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
2 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chilies
½ cup melted butter
2 (9 inch) unbaked pie crusts

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together in a small bowl; set aside.
  • Beat the eggs in a mixing bowl until smooth. Whisk in the flour mixture until no lumps remain. Stir in the Colby-Monterey Jack cheese, cottage cheese, spinach, green chiles, and melted butter until evenly blended. Divide the mixture between the pie crusts.
  • Bake the quiches in the preheated oven for 15 minutes at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C), then reduce the temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Continue baking until the quiches are lightly browned and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.8 calories, Carbohydrate 16.3 g, Cholesterol 172.5 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 785.8 mg, Sugar 1 g

Tips:

  • Prep Your Ingredients: Before you start cooking, make sure all your ingredients are washed, chopped, and measured. This will help you save time and ensure your quiche or frittata cooks evenly.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Whenever possible, use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Fresh green chiles, bell peppers, and onions will give your quiche or frittata a vibrant taste.
  • Don't Overcook Your Eggs: Both quiche and frittata are egg-based dishes, so it's important not to overcook them. Otherwise, they will become rubbery and tough. Cook your quiche or frittata until the center is just set, about 30-35 minutes.
  • Let It Cool Before Slicing: Once your quiche or frittata is done cooking, let it cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing. This will help it hold its shape and make it easier to serve.
  • Serve with Your Favorite Toppings: Quiche and frittata are delicious on their own, but you can also serve them with your favorite toppings. Some popular choices include salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and shredded cheese.

Conclusion:

Quiche and frittata are two delicious and versatile dishes that are perfect for any occasion. They're easy to make, packed with flavor, and can be tailored to your own preferences. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast, a hearty lunch, or a light dinner, a quiche or frittata is a great choice. So next time you're in the kitchen, give one of these recipes a try and enjoy a delicious homemade meal.

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