Grandma's Chicken Spinach Quiche Recipe

This Grandma's Chicken Spinach Quiche recipe is a taste of home-cooked comfort! A rich and savory custard, bursting with tender chicken, spinach, and subtly sweet leeks, baked in a flaky crust. Easily customizable – substitute brandy with Frangelica or use low-fat milk alternatives for a lighter twist. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or a satisfying dinner. Get ready to savor this family favorite!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 55 mins

Calories 442 kcal

Protein 30g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Grandma's Chicken Spinach Quiche

1 large leek, white and light green parts only
2 tablespoons butter
1 ½ cups cooked chicken, diced
Broccoli
1 (9-inch) pre-made pie crust
All Purpose Flour
1 cup half-and-half
Swiss Cheese
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon brandy (or Frangelica)
1/2 teaspoon salt
Black Pepper
Ground Nutmeg

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How to Make Grandma's Chicken Spinach Quiche

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Clean and thinly slice the leek, discarding the dark green parts.
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add leeks and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the diced chicken and cook for another 3 minutes until heated through.
Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
Season the chicken and leek mixture with salt and pepper. Set aside.
Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the pie crust.
Sprinkle the flour evenly over the chicken mixture, followed by the shredded cheese.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the half-and-half, eggs, brandy (or Frangelica), salt, pepper, and nutmeg until well combined.
Gently pour the egg mixture over the cheese in the pie crust.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the quiche is set and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the quiche stand for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy hot or cold!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

86g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Grandma's Chicken Spinach Quiche?

Grandma's Chicken Spinach Quiche takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Grandma's Chicken Spinach Quiche?

Grandma's Chicken Spinach Quiche has approximately 442 calories per serving, with about 30 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 50 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Grandma's Chicken Spinach Quiche?

The key ingredients for Grandma's Chicken Spinach Quiche are Leek, Butter, Chicken, Broccoli, Pie Crust, All Purpose Flour. See the full list with measurements above.