Broccoli and Ham Quiche with Gruyère and Chives

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-02 · Updated 2026-08-02

A savory quiche combining tender broccoli florets and smoky ham in a rich custard with nutty Gruyère cheese and fresh chives baked in a flaky crust. This French-inspired brunch recipe, ready in about 70 minutes, combines pie crust, homemade or store-bought, fresh broccoli florets, chopped, diced cooked ham into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 6, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 (9-inch) pie crust, homemade or store-bought
• 1 1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped
• 1 cup diced cooked ham
• 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, minced

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Roll out 1 (9-inch) pie crust into a 9-inch tart pan, pressing gently to fit. Prick the bottom with a fork and bake blind with pie weights or dried beans for 10 minutes until edges just set.
2. Step 2: Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 minced garlic clove and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 1 1/2 cups chopped fresh broccoli florets and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Remove from heat.
3. Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 1 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup whole milk, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until smooth.
4. Step 4: Layer the sautéed broccoli, 1 cup diced cooked ham, and 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese evenly over the partially baked crust.
5. Step 5: Pour the egg and cream mixture over the filling, ensuring it settles evenly.
6. Step 6: Bake the quiche at 375°F for 35-40 minutes until the custard is set and the top is lightly golden.
7. Step 7: Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes before garnishing with 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives.
8. Step 8: Slice and serve warm or at room temperature for a delightful brunch centerpiece.