Chicken Zucchini Quiche Recipe

Name: Chicken Zucchini Quiche
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 inch pie shell (9 inch) dough; 3 medium zucchini grated; 1 teaspoon salt; 4 green onions chopped; 1 cup mushrooms fresh, sliced; 1 tablespoon butter; 8 large eggs; 1 x black pepper to taste; 8 ounces cream cheese softened; 2 cups evaporated milk; 2 cups swiss cheese; 1 cup chicken shredded; 2 tablespoons basil fresh, chopped

Servings: persons

10 inch pie shell (9 inch) dough
3 medium zucchini grated
1 teaspoon salt
4 green onions chopped
1 cup mushrooms fresh, sliced
1 tablespoon butter
8 large eggs
1 x black pepper to taste
8 ounces cream cheese softened
2 cups evaporated milk
2 cups swiss cheese
1 cup chicken shredded
2 tablespoons basil fresh, chopped

1
Line a 10-inch pie plate with the pie pastry, trimming and fluting the edge.
2
Bake at 350F (180C) for 5 minutes or until partially browned; set aside.
3
Place the zucchini in a colander; sprinkle with salt.
4
Drain for 20 to 30 minutes, squeeze out excess moisture.
5
Saute the green onions and mushrooms in the butter in a small skillet.
6
Beat the eggs and pepper in a mixer bowl, Add the cream cheese and evaporated m ilk.
7
Beat until smooth.
8
Sprinkle half of the Swiss cheese over the pie crust.
9
Layer the chicken, mushro oms, green onions and zucchini over the Swiss cheese.
10
Sprinkle with the remaini ng Swiss cheese.
11
Pour the egg mixture over the layers.
12
Top with fresh basil.
13
Bake at 350F (180C) for 1 hour.
14
Cool for 15 minutes before serving.

979

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 inch pie shell (9 inch) dough, 3 medium zucchini grated, 1 teaspoon salt, 4 green onions chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken Zucchini Quiche falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Zucchini Quiche

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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