Description

This Bacon Cheddar Crustless Quiche is a quick and easy savory dish that skips the crust for a lighter, low-carb meal. Packed with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and creamy eggs, it’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner. Combining French quiche charm with weeknight simplicity, it offers full comfort-food flavor without the fuss of a crust.

Ingredients

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Quiche Base

6 large eggs
1 cup (240 ml) milk or half-and-half
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Fillings

1 cup (120 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
1/4 cup (25 g) chopped green onions or fresh herbs

Instructions

Cook Bacon: Cook the bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat until they become crisp. Once cooked, transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat, then crumble into small pieces.
Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish thoroughly with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
Mix Egg Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the 6 eggs, 1 cup of milk or half-and-half, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until fully combined and smooth.
Assemble Quiche: Evenly sprinkle the crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions or herbs over the bottom of the prepared pie dish.
Add Egg Mixture: Pour the whisked egg and milk mixture evenly over the layered fillings in the pie dish, ensuring everything is well distributed.
Bake: Place the pie dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the quiche is just set in the center and a knife inserted comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Allow the quiche to cool for about 5 minutes after baking. Slice into portions and serve warm.

Notes

Cheese swaps: Use feta, Gruyère, or goat cheese for different flavors to vary the kind of savory taste you enjoy.
Vegetable add-ins: Incorporate spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers to increase nutritional value and add texture.
Make ahead: This quiche can be baked in advance, refrigerated for up to 4 days, or sliced and frozen for up to 2 months to save time on busy days.
Diet-friendly: Omitting the crust keeps the dish low-carb and lighter than traditional quiches, making it suitable for lighter meal plans.
Serving idea: Pair with a fresh salad, soup, or a side of fruit for a well-balanced and satisfying meal.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: French-Inspired, American

Keywords: bacon quiche, crustless quiche, easy breakfast recipe, brunch recipes, cheddar quiche, low carb quiche, savory egg dish