Herb-Roasted Chicken & Spinach Quiche
A savory baked dish with flaky pastry crust, tender chicken, and fresh spinach, infused with thyme and rosemary for a fragrant, comforting breakfast or dinner option. This french-inspired quick meals ready in about 70 minutes pairs pastry crust, chicken breast, spinach for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 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 pastry crust
- 2 lbs, diced chicken breast
- 4 cups, fresh, thawed spinach
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tbsp, fresh, chopped thyme
- 1 tsp, fresh, chopped rosemary
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place 1 pre-made frozen pastry crust on a baking sheet and prick the bottom with a fork to prevent bubbling.
- Step 2: In a large skillet, cook 2 lbs diced chicken breast over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
- Step 3: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 1 cup milk, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tbsp thyme, and 1 tsp rosemary.
- Step 4: Add 4 cups thawed spinach to the egg mixture and stir until wilted and evenly distributed.
- Step 5: Pour the chicken-spinach mixture into the pastry crust, spreading it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden and the center is set.
- Step 6: Let cool for 5 minutes, then slice and serve warm. Garnish with additional herbs if desired.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Roasted Chicken & Spinach 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-Roasted Chicken & Spinach 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 pastry crust from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Roasted Chicken & Spinach 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-Roasted Chicken & Spinach 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-Roasted Chicken & Spinach 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
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★★
The step-by-step instructions were super clear. Turned out perfect on my first try.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 40-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
