Fiesta Quiche

Bring bold flavors to your table with this Fiesta Quiche, a vibrant twist on the classic dish that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner! Nestled in a flaky pre-made pie crust, this savory quiche combines fluffy eggs and rich heavy cream with a medley of shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses for the ultimate creamy texture. Bursting with diced red and green bell peppers, chorizo sausage, green chilies, and aromatic spices like cumin and paprika, every bite delivers a fiesta of flavor. Topped with an optional garnish of fresh cilantro, this quiche is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Quick to prep and baked to golden perfection in under an hour, it’s ideal for weekend gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead. Don’t miss out on this easy and satisfying recipe that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 piece 9-inch pre-made pie crust
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 0.5 cup diced red bell pepper
• 0.5 cup diced green bell pepper
• 0.25 cup chopped green onion
• 0.5 cup cooked and crumbled chorizo sausage
• 4 oz canned diced green chilies
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Place the pre-made pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges. Place the pie dish on a baking sheet to make handling easier.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and heavy cream until well combined and slightly frothy.

Step 4

Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, diced red bell pepper, diced green bell pepper, chopped green onions, crumbled chorizo sausage, and diced green chilies.

Step 5

Add the ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the egg mixture, and stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 6

Pour the egg mixture into the prepared pie crust, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Place the baking sheet with the quiche into the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the center is set and a knife inserted into the middle comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the quiche from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 9

If desired, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your Fiesta Quiche!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1352.2 grams (1352.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3709

Total Fat 283.30g	363%
Saturated Fat 139.10g	696%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 1277mg	426%
Sodium 5605mg	244%
Total Carbohydrate 153.20g	56%
Dietary Fiber 12.20g	44%
Total Sugars 22.80g
Protein 116.80g	234%

Vitamin D 188IU	940%
Calcium 1895mg	146%
Iron 12mg	68%
Potassium 1496mg	32%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.2%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 16.9%