Furnished Hotel Skillet Quiche
A fluffy, golden quiche with a crispy crust, perfect for a quick breakfast or brunch with a retro flair. This american-inspired quick meals ready in about 60 minutes pairs flour, salt, cubed butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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 cup flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup, cubed butter
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup, shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup, fresh, chopped spinach
- 4 strips, cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1/4 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a food processor, combine flour, salt, and 1/4 cup butter. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Transfer to a bowl and stir in remaining butter until evenly distributed.
- Step 2: Press the dough into a greased 9-inch pie dish. Prick the bottom with a fork and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes. Set aside.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, 1/2 tsp salt, and pepper. Fold in cheddar cheese, spinach, bacon, and 1/4 cup chopped parsley.
- Step 4: Pour the mixture into the pre-baked crust. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the center is set and the top is golden brown. Let cool slightly before slicing.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Furnished Hotel Skillet Quiche take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (25 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Furnished Hotel Skillet Quiche?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Furnished Hotel Skillet Quiche?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Furnished Hotel Skillet Quiche for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Furnished Hotel Skillet Quiche?
American quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
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Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
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Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
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Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
