Green Chile Cheese Quiche has always been a favorite in my home. Growing up, I only ever ate quiche for breakfast on special occasions like Christmas, Easter, or when someone was visiting from out of town. But my husband grew up eating it for dinner since his mom and dad are vegetarians.
One of the first meals I ate at my mom-in-love’s house was this very recipe. I remember thinking, “Why have I only ever eaten this for breakfast?” I’m so glad my mom-in-love was willing to share the recipe with me because since then, which was more than 10 years ago now, we regularly eat this meal…for breakfast, lunch, and dinner!
Step-by-Step Green Chile Cheese Quiche Recipe
Making a green chile cheese quiche is surprisingly simple and perfect for any meal of the day. Follow these steps to create a flavorful dish that’s sure to become a favorite in your home.
Step 1: Gather Your Eggs
You’ll need to start with 10 eggs. My friend gifted these beauties to me a couple of weeks ago since her chickens are laying more eggs than she and her family can eat. I like having friends with chickens. Does anyone have a cow? ::wink, wink::
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
Start by beating the eggs in a large bowl with a whisk until they’re smooth and well combined. Then, gently whisk in 1/2 cup of flour, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of baking powder. These dry ingredients will help give your Green Chile Cheese Quiche a light and fluffy texture.
Step 3: Add Green Chiles and Cottage Cheese
Now it’s time to add some flavor. Stir in an 8 oz can of chopped green chiles and 2 cups of fat-free cottage cheese. The chiles bring a mild heat, while the cottage cheese adds a creamy, protein-packed richness to your quiche.
Step 4: Add Cheese and Onion
To take your Green Chile Cheese Quiche up a notch, mix in 16 oz of shredded colby jack cheese and 1/2 cup of chopped white onion. Colby Jack melts beautifully and has just the right balance of flavor, but you can use mozzarella or your favorite cheese for a personal touch. The onion adds a subtle sweetness and a bit of texture to round out the dish.
Step 5: Pour Into Baking Dish
Once everything is well combined, pour the mixture into a greased 13×9 glass pan, making sure it’s spread evenly. Prefer a quiche with a crust? Divide the mixture between 2 deep dish pie crusts instead. Either way, your Green Chile Cheese Quiche will bake up golden and delicious.
Step 6: Bake the Quiche
Bake the chile cheese quiche at 400 degrees for 15 minutes, and then turn the oven down to 350 degrees. Bake it for an additional 35-40 minutes. When you pull it out of the oven, let it sit for a few minutes to cool and firm up.
How to Serve Green Chile Cheese Quiche
I cut square pieces and top the chile cheese quiche with homemade pico de gallo. To make this, I follow my homemade cilantro-lime salsa recipe, except I use whole tomatoes and don’t use the food processor. I leave all the ingredients in a small chopped form and occasionally mash it if I want a little more juice.
This is a great entree for an easy dinner, but it also doubles as a special breakfast meal. I have even served this chile cheese quiche to the ladies in my women’s Bible Study, and it is always gone by the end of the morning. For more easy dinner ideas, check out my Crockpot meals and my 30-minute dinners. You can also check out my numerous Pinterest boards. Happy cooking, y’all!
