Chicken Enchilada Quiche

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 14
Savory Chicken Enchilada Quiche recipe with a spicy kick
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

15 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 refrigerated pie crust , softened as directed on box ( Pillsbury - 15 oz . box )
4 eggs
1 cup half-and-half or 1 cup milk
1 can chicken breasts ( chunks in water , drained - 1 1/2 cups )
1 1/2 cups tortilla chips , broken
2 cups monterey jack cheese , shredded
1 cup cheddar cheese , shredded
1 cup salsa ( Old El Paso Thick & Chunky salsa )
1 can green chilies , chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
pepper , if desired
sour cream , if desired
old el paso thick ' n chunky salsa , if desired

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
468
Sugar
2g
Fat
36g
This Chicken Enchilada Quiche is a delicious twist on the classic breakfast dish. It features a savory blend of chicken, cheese, tortilla chips, and spices, all baked together in a pie crust. The result is a zesty and comforting dish that is perfect for weekend brunches or lazy mornings. This quiche is easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite toppings and seasonings. Try it with a side of avocado or pico de gallo for an extra burst of flavor.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2.Unroll pie crust and press into a 9 inch pie dish.
3.In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, and salt. Add pepper if desired.
4.Stir in the chicken, tortilla chips, 1 cup of Monterey jack cheese, cheddar cheese, salsa, and green chilies until well combined.
5.Pour the mixture into the prepared pie crust and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of Monterey jack cheese over the top.
6.Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the quiche is firm and golden brown on top.
7.Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
8.Serve with sour cream and additional salsa if desired.

PROS

This Chicken Enchilada Quiche is a flavorful and satisfying breakfast or brunch dish that is sure to impress guests.
The combination of chicken, cheese, tortilla chips, and spices gives it a distinctively Tex-Mex flavor.

CONS

This quiche is not the healthiest breakfast option due to its high fat and calorie content.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish does contain some nutritional benefits. Chicken is a good source of protein and contains essential vitamins and minerals.
Tortilla chips and salsa can also be a healthy snack or condiment option, as long as they are consumed in moderation. Salsa is made from fresh vegetables and contains negligible amounts of fat, sugar, and calories. It is also rich in vitamin C.

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