Recipe Overview
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 35–45 minutes
Servings: 6–8
Ingredients
¾ cup chopped cooked ham
(or bacon / sausage)
½ cup diced green chile
(Hatch green chile recommended)
1 cup shredded cheese
(cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
⅓ cup chopped onion
2 cups milk
½ cup Bisquick baking mix
4 large eggs
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Non-stick cooking spray
Optional garnish:
- paprika
- dried parsley
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1 — Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Grease a 10-inch pie plate with non-stick cooking spray.
Step 2 — Layer the Filling
Evenly spread across the pie dish:
- chopped ham
- diced green chile
- shredded cheese
- chopped onion
This ensures every slice contains a balanced mix.
Step 3 — Prepare the Egg Mixture
In a bowl whisk together:
- eggs
- milk
- salt
- black pepper
Add the Bisquick baking mix and whisk until smooth.
The batter should be creamy and pourable.
Step 4 — Combine
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the filling ingredients in the pie plate.
Add the Bisquick baking mix and whisk until smooth.
The batter should be creamy and pourable.
Step 4 — Combine
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the filling ingredients in the pie plate.
Optional: sprinkle paprika or parsley on top.
Step 5 — Bake
Bake for 35–45 minutes.
The quiche is ready when:
- top is golden
- center is set
- a knife inserted comes out clean.
Step 6 — Cool and Slice
Allow quiche to rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.
This helps the filling firm up.
Flavor & Texture
Fluffy baked egg custard
Melty cheese pockets
Smoky ham
Mild spicy green chile
Flavor profile: savory • smoky • slightly spicy
Serving Ideas
Serve with:
- fresh green salad
- roasted potatoes
- sliced avocado
- salsa or sour cream
Also pairs nicely with fresh fruit or brunch spreads.
Helpful Tips
Use roasted Hatch chiles
They deliver authentic Southwestern flavor.
Don’t overbake
Overbaking makes quiche rubbery.
Let it rest
This prevents the filling from falling apart.
Variations
Vegetarian Version
Replace ham with:
- mushrooms
- spinach
- roasted peppers
Spicy Version
Use pepper jack cheese and extra green chile.
Keto Version
Skip Bisquick and add extra eggs and cheese.
Mini Quiche Cups
Bake in muffin tins for 20–25 minutes.
Storage
Refrigerator: up to 4 days
Freezer: up to 2 months
Reheat at 350°F for 10–15 minutes.
