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This cheesy Broccoli Quiche is savory, filling, and flavorful for a quick and easy semi-homemade breakfast or brunch!
A Brunch Dish to Love!
We love to make quiches for weekend breakfasts or brunches with family and friends, baby/wedding showers, and all the holidays – from a Bacon and Cheese Quiche, Spinach Quiche, or this broccoli quiche!
This broccoli version is tasty and SO easy to make, especially with a pre-made Easy Pie Crust. It has become a go-to for bridal showers, baby showers, Easter brunch and holiday mornings.
Why we love this:
- So easy. I love a semi-homemade easy breakfast idea! Just mix, pour, bake, and it’s ready in under an hour! It’s as simple as that.
- Make it yours. Use leftover meat and veggies from the holidays. It makes this recipe even easier with leftovers you need to use up.
- Health-conscious. The combination of broccoli and cheese creates a hearty, healthy breakfast idea, perfect for those looking for a balanced breakfast, brunch, or breakfast for dinner recipe.
- Make ahead. Quiche makes a great freezer meal!
Ingredients
PREP TIME: 10 minutes
COOK TIME: 50 minutes
- 1 pie crust, softened as directed on the box – or homemade Easy Pie Crust
- 2 cups broccoli, chopped
- ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded – mild or sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese – or use parmesan cheese, feta, or goat cheese
- 1 cup milk – I like whole milk. You can also do half milk and half heavy cream.
- 4 whole eggs, slightly beaten
- ¼ teaspoon garlic salt (with parsley flakes)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 teaspoons minced garlic
How to Make Broccoli Quiche
- PREP. Preheat the oven to 350°F
- CRUST. Use a shallow-sided 9-inch glass pie plate. Place the Easy Pie Crust in the plate and crimp the edges. (We double-folded the edges of the crust and then crimped them.) Poke the bottom of the pie crust to let air vent out. Prebake the crust for 10-12 minutes.
- FILLING. Allow to cool a bit then place 2 cups broccoli and ½ cup cheese and 1 cup mozzarella cheese on the bottom of the pie crust.
- In a medium bowl mix 1 cup milk, 4 eggs, ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, and 3 teaspoons garlic. (NOTE: Do not over-mix because it can lead to a tough and rubbery quiche.) Pour over the broccoli and cheese.
- BAKE. Bake for 40-45 minutes. Check if it’s done by inserting a knife in the center. If it comes out clean, take the quiche out of the oven.
- Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Complete the Meal
- Side dishes: Scones Recipe, Breakfast Potatoes, Yogurt Parfait
- Drinks: Peach Smoothie, Strawberry Blueberry Smoothie, Best Green Smoothie Recipe
- More quiche recipes: Spinach Quiche, Asparagus Quiche, Ham and Cheese Quiche, Bacon and Cheese Quiche
More collections: Easy Breakfast Ideas, Egg Breakfast Ideas, Healthy Breakfast Ideas
Broccoli Quiche
This cheesy broccoli quiche is savory, filling, and flavorful for a quick and easy semi-homemade breakfast or brunch idea!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pie crust, softened as directed on the box
- 2 cups broccoli, chopped
- ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 4 eggs, slightly beaten
- ¼ teaspoon garlic salt (with parsley flakes)
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 3 teaspoons minced garlic
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F
- Use a shallow-sided 9-inch glass pie plate. Place the pie crust in the plate and crimp the edges. Double-folded the edges of the crust and then crimped. Poke the bottom of the pie crust to let air vent out. Prebake the crust for 10-12 minutes.
- Allow to cool a bit then place the broccoli and cheese on the bottom of the pie crust.
- In a medium bowl, mix the milk, eggs, salt, pepper, and garlic. Pour over the broccoli and cheese.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes. Check if it's done by inserting a knife in the center. If it comes out clean, take the quiche out of the oven.
- Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Video
Notes
Make a freezer meal. Freeze the uncooked quiche until ready to bake and serve. Slide the quiche into a freezer-safe bag that is airtight. Freeze for up to one month in advance. To bake, remove it from the freezer and let it thaw a bit. Bake, adding a few extra minutes to the time.
Make ahead of time. Fully bake the quiche, let it cool, then store it covered in the fridge for 1-2 days before reheating it in the oven at 325°F for about 15 minutes or until warm.
STORE. Leave any leftover broccoli cheese quiche in the baking pan, cover it with foil, and keep it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave.
Nutrition
Calories: 303kcal, Carbohydrates: 19g, Protein: 14g, Fat: 19g, Saturated Fat: 8g, Cholesterol: 138mg, Sodium: 458mg, Potassium: 241mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 634IU, Vitamin C: 27mg, Calcium: 247mg, Iron: 2mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe FAQ
Additions?
- Veggies. Add in other veggies like onion, asparagus, or spinach. If adding high-moisture vegetables, such as mushrooms or tomatoes, then sauté first.
- Meat. Be sure the meats have been precooked. Our Bacon and Cheese Quiche is also one of our favorite breakfast recipes.
gluten-free broccoli quiche?
- Use a gluten-free pie crust or make a crustless broccoli quiche, which is essentially a Frittata.
Why is my broccoli quiche soggy?
- Soggy filling. To be cautious, sauté, steam, or roast your broccoli beforehand to release any excess liquid from the broccoli.
- Soggy crust. Pre-bake (blind bake) the Easy Pie Crust for 5-10 minutes before adding the filling to help prevent a soggy bottom crust.
Why is my broccoli quiche rubbery?
- Don’t overmix the filling. A few streaks of yellow are okay! Overmixing can lead to a tough and rubbery quiche.
Make a freezer meal?
- Freeze the uncooked quiche until ready to bake and serve. Slide the quiche into an airtight freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to one month in advance.
- To bake, remove it from the freezer and let it thaw a bit. Bake, adding a few extra minutes to the time.
Can I make broccoli quiche ahead of time?
- Fully bake the quiche, let it cool, then store it covered in the fridge for 1-2 days before reheating it in the oven at 325°F for about 15 minutes or until warm.
How to store broccoli quiche?
- Leave any leftover broccoli cheese quiche in the baking pan, cover it with foil, and keep it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave.
What a fantastic way to start the day! This quiche is so delicious and perfect for brunch with friends or a simple breakfast at home.
Yes! Couldn’t agree more. So glad you enjoyed the quiche recipe!
I love making quiche on the weekends! This recipe is super cheesy & the broccoli is a great addition!
Do I use a deep dish or regular pie crust? I do not have a tart pan. Thanks
Mine was more like a pie pan 🙂 Hope you like it!
I make this all the time . It’s one of our favorites. My picky kids even like it! I often make it and portion it out ahead of time for a ready to go breakfast for work days . It reheats great.
I’ve recently started sprouting my own broccoli sprouts and I’m on the hunt for anything broccoli. This quiche looks easy and delicious.
This is so good. I love Quiche. I made it for a girls brunch and it was a hit
This quiche is so soft & cheesy & a great way to start the day! It’s perfect for company! Everyone loves it!
Love this semi-homemade recipe for breakfast and dinner. The kids like it too!
I am glad your kids do! Thank you for trying it 🙂
Quiche is so easy to make and makes for a light breakfast or dinner. It seems healthy with The veggies and eggs.
This quiche was very cheesy & good! I love broccoli, cold or warm & is delicious!
I just love quiche but I don’t think I have tried one with broccoli before. I am sure to love it though because broccoli and cheese go sood good together! Thanks for the REcipe!
If you love broccoli, then you will love this! It is so good! Let me know what you think, if you try it!