Onion Quiche with French Fried Onions

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

Onion Quiche with Crunchy French Fried Onions

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

410

Sugar

Fat

27g

The Onion Quiche with Crunchy French Fried Onions is a tasty and filling breakfast option that is perfect for weekends or holidays. The savory quiche is made with a buttery crust filled with cheesy scrambled eggs and topped with crispy french-fried onions. The combination of textures and flavors is sure to please everyone. This dish is also versatile and can be customized to suit different tastes by adding vegetables or other ingredients. Overall, this Onion Quiche with Crunchy French Fried Onions is a simple and satisfying recipe that is sure to become a family favorite for breakfast or brunch occasions.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.	Place the pie crust in a 9-inch deep dish pie pan.
3.	Sprinkle shredded Swiss cheese and half of the French-fried onions over the crust.
4.	In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
5.	Pour egg mixture over the cheese and onions.
6.	Add remaining French-fried onions on top and sprinkle with paprika.
7.	Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the center is set and the crust is golden brown.

PROS

The Onion Quiche with Crunchy French Fried Onions is a savory and delicious breakfast dish that is easy to make.

The recipe uses simple ingredients and comes together in less than an hour.

The quiche can be refrigerated and reheated for a quick breakfast or lunch during the week.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat due to the use of cheese and French-fried onions.

Though it contains eggs and milk, it does not provide adequate amounts of other essential nutrients.

For a healthier version, consider reducing the amount of cheese and using baked onions instead of fried ones.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Eggs in this recipe provide a good source of protein and vitamins such as B12 and D.
Swiss cheese is rich in calcium and phosphorus, which are important for bone health.
Onions are loaded with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds, which can protect against chronic diseases and boost the immune system.

	1 9-inch deep dish pie crust
	1 1/2 cups swiss cheese , shredded
	1 can French-fried onions
	3 eggs , slightly beaten
	1 1/2 cups milk
	salt
	pepper
	paprika ( garnish )