Quick Crab Quiche
Elevate your brunch game with this irresistible Quick Crab Quiche—a savory delight that combines succulent lump crab meat, creamy Swiss cheese, and a luscious egg custard baked to perfection in a flaky pre-made pie crust. This recipe is the epitome of elegance yet requires minimal effort, coming together in just 15 minutes of prep time. Fresh scallions and parsley add vibrant bursts of flavor, while a hint of paprika provides a subtle, smoky finish. Perfect for a weekend breakfast, a light lunch, or an impressive dinner party dish, this easy quiche serves six and can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature. With its rich, seafood-inspired profile and golden, creamy finish, this Quick Crab Quiche is sure to become a household favorite!
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Ingredients
- 1 piece pre-made pie crust
- 1 cup lump crab meat
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 3 pieces large eggs
- 3 pieces scallions, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Roll out the pre-made pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, pressing it firmly into the bottom and up the sides. Trim any excess dough from the edges.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, and eggs until fully combined.
Step 4
Stir in the lump crab meat, shredded Swiss cheese, scallions, parsley, salt, black pepper, and paprika, mixing until evenly distributed.
Step 5
Pour the crab mixture into the prepared pie crust, spreading it out evenly.
Step 6
Place the quiche on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
Step 7
Remove the quiche from the oven and allow it to cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Step 8
Enjoy your Quick Crab Quiche served warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1154.1 grams (1154.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2931 |
| Total Fat 208.10g | 267% |
| Saturated Fat 93.20g | 466% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g | |
| Cholesterol 1058mg | 353% |
| Sodium 3555mg | 155% |
| Total Carbohydrate 151.20g | 55% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.10g | 25% |
| Total Sugars 9.40g | |
| Protein 110.20g | 220% |
| Vitamin D 198IU | 989% |
| Calcium 1469mg | 113% |
| Iron 12mg | 69% |
| Potassium 1696mg | 36% |
Source of Calories