Grandma'S Chicken Spinach Quiche Recipe

Name: Grandma'S Chicken Spinach Quiche
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium leek; 1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine; 2 cups chicken (Finely chopped); 0.5 (10 ounce) package broccoli (cooked and drained) or (10 ounce) package spinach (cooked and drained); 1 pie crust (unbaked 10 inches in diameter); 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 cups half-and-half or 1 1/2 cups evaporated milk; 1 1/2 cups swiss cheese (shredded); 4 eggs; 2 tablespoons brandy; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Servings: persons

1 medium leek
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
2 cups chicken (Finely chopped)
0.5 (10 ounce) package broccoli (cooked and drained) or (10 ounce) package spinach (cooked and drained)
1 pie crust (unbaked 10 inches in diameter)
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups half-and-half or 1 1/2 cups evaporated milk
1 1/2 cups swiss cheese (shredded)
4 eggs
2 tablespoons brandy
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1
Preheat oven to 375u00b0F Cut leek in half lengthwise; wash and trim, leaving 2 to 3 inches of green tips intact. Cut leek halves crosswise into thin slices. Place in small saucepan; add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Drain; reserve leek.
2
Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken; cook until chicken is golden, about 5 minutes. Add spinach and leek to chicken mixture,; cook 1 to 2 minutes longer. Remove from heat.
3
Spoon chicken mixture into pie crust. Sprinkle flour and cheese over chicken mixture. Combine half and half, eggs, brandy (Frangelica can be used in place of brandy), salt, pepper and nutmeg in medium bowl. Pour egg mixture over cheese.
4
Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until knife inserted into center comes out clean. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Serve hot or cold.

687

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 1 medium leek, 1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, 2 cups chicken (Finely chopped), 0.5 (10 ounce) package broccoli (cooked and drained) or (10 ounce) package spinach (cooked and drained), and more.

Yes, Grandma'S Chicken Spinach 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.

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Grandma'S Chicken Spinach Quiche

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Variations & substitutions

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