How to Make Asparagus Chicken Quiche - A Step-by-Step Guide

Quiche is a classic and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. It's a savory pie filled with a creamy custard, cheese, and a variety of fillings, making it a satisfying and delicious meal option. One of the most popular versions of quiche is the Asparagus Chicken Quiche, which combines tender asparagus, flavorful chicken, and rich cheese in a flaky pie crust. This recipe is perfect for a special occasion or just a cozy night in, and it's sure to impress your...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 5 eggs
  • ½ cup half-and-half
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ground white pepper to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon green (mild) hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®)
  • 2 cups diced cooked rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
  • ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • ½ cup sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 4 green onions, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
  • 3 spears fresh asparagus, trimmed
  • ¼ cup cherry tomatoes, quartered (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 1 9-inch quiche

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan, and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Cover pan and bring the water to a boil. Place 1 pound of asparagus into the steamer insert, cover, and steam until just tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Drain asparagus and set aside.
  • Beat eggs, half-and-half, parsley, salt, white pepper, and green hot sauce in a bowl until smooth.
  • Stir together cooked chicken, Swiss cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, mushrooms, and green onions in a bowl; mix in flour.
  • Line a 9-inch pie dish with pie crust.
  • Spread about half of the cooked asparagus over the bottom of the crust.
  • Spread about half of the chicken mixture over the asparagus.
  • Repeat layers of asparagus and chicken mixture.
  • Gently pour the egg mixture over the layers.
  • Arrange 3 asparagus spears decoratively on top of the quiche.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the filling is slightly puffed and lightly browned and a toothpick inserted into the center of the quiche comes out clean, 40 to 50 minutes.
  • Sprinkle quiche with cherry tomatoes, if desired.
  • Nutrition

    418 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 211mg
    • Sodium: 530mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 295mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 432mg