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baked quiche in a cast iron skillet with broccoli florets on a farmhouse table

Crustless Broccoli Cheddar Quiche

The Bluebonnet Farmhouse
Whether you are gluten-free, looking to cut down on carbs, or simply wanting a delicious quiche for breakfast, this recipe for crustless broccoli cheddar quiche is sure to be one the whole family will love!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Course Breakfast
Servings 6

Equipment

  • 10.25" cast iron skillet (or 9" pie dish)
  • Wood spoon
  • Large bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Cheese grater

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 medium onion, diced (about 1/2 cup)
  • 1 head broccoli, roughly chopped (about 4 cups)
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, optional*
  • 1 1/2 cup raw cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Melt half of the butter in a cast iron skillet over medium-low heat.
  • Add the onions and saute for a few minutes until soft and translucent.
  • Add the broccoli and cook until slightly soft, about 4-5 minutes. Set aside the broccoli and onion to grease the skillet or pie dish with the remaining butter before baking.
  • While the broccoli cooks, shred the cheese and prepare the egg mixture.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mixture of eggs, cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Spread the broccoli and onion across bottom of the prepared skillet. Sprinkle the cheese across the top and pour the egg mixture over the cheese.
  • Bake for about an hour until the quiche has set, top is golden brown, and a knife inserted into the center of the quiche comes out clean.
  • Let cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Storage: Store in an airtight container, or cover in a pie dish, and store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven or toaster oven.
Once the quiche has cooled, wrap tightly in plastic wrap or foil and place in a freezer bag. Freeze for up to one month.
Freeze individual slices for breakfast meal prep. Simply reheat in the toaster oven or oven.
 
Defrosting and Reheating: Place frozen quiche in the refrigerator to thaw 24 hours before ready to serve. Reheat in oven at 350 degrees until heated through.
Keyword quiche