Herb-Crusted Chicken Quiche
A savory baked dish with flaky crust, tender chicken, and a creamy herb filling for a satisfying breakfast or lunch. This french-inspired quick meals ready in about 70 minutes pairs pre-made frozen pie crust pastry dough, diced chicken breast, milk for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, 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 pre-made frozen pie crust pastry dough
- 1 lb diced chicken breast
- 1 cup milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out 1 pre-made frozen pie crust and press it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim excess dough and prick the bottom with a fork.
- Step 2: In a bowl, whisk 3 large eggs, 1 cup milk, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until smooth.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb diced chicken breast to the egg mixture and stir to coat. Pour the mixture into the pie crust.
- Step 4: Bake for 25-30 minutes until the edges are golden and the center is set. Brush the top with 1 tbsp melted butter and sprinkle with additional Parmesan before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Crusted Chicken Quiche take to make?
Total time is about 70 minutes (30 min prep + 40 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 Herb-Crusted Chicken 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 diced chicken breast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Crusted Chicken 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 Herb-Crusted Chicken Quiche for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Herb-Crusted Chicken Quiche?
French 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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Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
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Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
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Added some red pepper flakes for heat — highly recommend.
