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.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Press the pre-made pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim or crimp the edges as desired.

Step 3

In a dry skillet, toast the chopped pecans over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

In a large bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, eggs, ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 5

Scatter the shredded chicken evenly across the bottom of the pie crust.

Step 6

Add the toasted pecans on top of the chicken, spreading them out evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses over the chicken and pecans.

Step 8

Pour the custard mixture into the pie crust, ensuring it spreads evenly across the ingredients.

Step 9

Dot small pieces of butter across the top of the custard for added richness.

Step 10

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.

Step 11

Remove the quiche from the oven and allow it to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing to serve.

Step 12

Slice into wedges and enjoy your Chicken Pecan Quiche warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1388.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3993.9

Total Fat 280.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 114.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 1475.0mg	0%
Sodium 3882.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 158.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.7g	0%
Total Sugars 10.3g
Protein 200.2g	0%

Vitamin D 218.6IU	0%
Calcium 1579.8mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 1769.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.7%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 16.0%