San Jose Quiche Recipe

Craving a fun and flavorful brunch? This San Jose Quiche offers a unique Mexican twist on the classic! Skip the traditional crust and say hello to crispy tortillas for a lighter, more exciting take. This easy-to-make recipe combines savory seasoned ground beef, spicy green chiles, and melty cheese, all baked to perfection. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this delicious and innovative dish!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 519.2 kcal
Protein 70g
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Ingredients for San Jose Quiche

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How to Make San Jose Quiche

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute more.
  5. Stir in the salsa and set aside to cool slightly.
  6. In an ungreased 11x7x2 inch baking dish, layer half of the tortillas on the bottom.
  7. Spread half of the meat mixture evenly over the tortillas.
  8. Top with half of the sliced green chiles and 1 cup of the shredded cheese.
  9. Repeat layers with remaining tortillas, meat mixture, green chiles, and cheese.
  10. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
  11. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the baking dish.
  12. Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes, or until the eggs are set and lightly browned.
  13. Let stand for 5 minutes before garnishing with sliced avocado and extra salsa.
  14. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

77g

Carbs

7g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make San Jose Quiche?

San Jose Quiche takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in San Jose Quiche?

San Jose Quiche has approximately 519.2 calories per serving, with about 70 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 49 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for San Jose Quiche?

The key ingredients for San Jose Quiche are Ground Beef, Onion, Green Bell Pepper, Garlic Clove, Dried Cilantro, Dried Oregano. See the full list with measurements above.

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