How to Make Chili Pepper, Corn, and Bacon Quiche - A Step-by-Step Guide

Quiche is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. This Chili Pepper, Corn, and Bacon Quiche recipe takes the classic quiche to a whole new level with the addition of spicy chili peppers, sweet corn, and savory bacon. The combination of flavors and textures in this quiche is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (9 inch) unbaked pastry shell
  • 2 cups fat-free half-and-half
  • 4 large eggs
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • ½ cup frozen corn, thawed
  • 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chile peppers, drained
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9-inch quiche

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place pastry shell in a 9-inch pie pan or quiche pan. Prick the bottom and sides with a fork.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 8 minutes. Remove and set aside. Leave the oven on.
  • Whisk half-and-half, eggs, salt, and pepper together in a medium bowl until light and fluffy.
  • Sprinkle cheese, corn, chile peppers, and crumbled bacon into the pie shell. Carefully pour egg mixture over top.
  • Bake in the oven until filling is just about set but a little wiggly in the center, about 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool for 10 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve.
  • Nutrition

    283 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 115mg
    • Sodium: 765mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 183mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 270mg