Name: Ham And Cheese Hash Brown Quiche
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 65 min
Ingredients: 1 20 oz pkg refrigerated shredded hash browns; 4 tbsp butter (melted); 4 large eggs (beaten); 1 cup half & half; 1 cup chopped or diced ham; 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

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Ham and cheese hash brown quiche is a delicious new spin on the beloved classic. This savory breakfast pie features a delightful combination of flavors even the pickiest eaters of eaters will enjoy. With simple ingredients and minimal prep work it’s perfect to make ahead of time for busy mornings or holiday brunches!

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I love quiche, in all its various forms.

Traditionally quiche is made with pie crust, but this one uses hash browns instead. Because, really you can never go wrong with more potatoes.

The crispy hash brown crust adds an extra layer of yum to this quiche.

Lightly toasted and crispy, the crust alone is enough to make my mouth water just thinking about it.

Filled with a fluffy egg filling studded with chunks of ham and ooey gooey bits of melted cheddar cheese, each slice is a complete breakfast or brunch meal.

This easy breakfast recipe is perfect for enjoying with the family on weekend mornings, but perfect for for holiday brunches too!

Ingredients

Making this easy breakfast quiche with hashbrown crust is pretty simple thanks to a straightforward list of ingredients.

To make it you’ll need:

Hash Browns – Refrigerated, shredded hash browns. You can make your own, if preferred, using our recipe HERE; however, the store bought variety are a delicious shortcut for easy prep work. You can also substitute spicy hash browns for a bit of a kick.
Butter – Melted
Eggs – Large, beaten eggs.
Half & Half – You can use milk instead, but you’ll need to increase the cook time to allow the filling to set given the extra moisture and to prevent burning.
Ham – Leftover cooked ham- diced or roughly chopped.
Green onions – Thinly sliced, they add a delicious depth of flavor. You could also use thinly sliced shallots or chives, if preferred.
Cheddar Cheese – You can shred your own from a block of cheddar, or use bagged cheese, although freshly shredded cheese will melt better. Sharp or mild varieties both work.

Once you’ve gathered your ingredients you’re ready to begin whipping up this savory hashbrown quiche!

How to make

This savory brunch staple only takes about 10 minutes to come together.

Start by pressing the hash browns between thick layers of paper towels until all the excess moisture is removed.

If there is still more moisture, repeat the process with fresh paper towels until no more liquid is rapidly soaking through the paper towels. Discard the paper towels.

Next, add the dry potatoes to a mixing bowl with the melted butter and gently toss until the potatoes are evenly coated.

Transfer the buttered potatoes into a lightly greased 9″ pie plate then press them evenly out over the bottom of the dish and up the sides in an even layer to create a crust.

Bake the crust at 450° for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the hash browns have turned golden brown and begun to crisp. Carefully remove the hot pan from the oven.

Add the remaining ingredients to a large mixing bowl and stir them all together until everything’s evenly combined. Pour the egg mixture into the prepared hash brown crust.

Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees and bake the quiche for 30 minutes, until the filling has puffed, set in the center, and golden brown on top.

If you’re unsure if the center is solid or not, insert a toothpick into the center of the quiche. If it comes out clean, it’s ready. If not, continue baking just until the toothpick taste shows the filling has finished cooking through.

Carefully remove the hot hash brown quiche from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes, before slicing and serving warm.

Serving Suggestions

One of the nice things about quiche is you can serve it for breakfast, lunch, or even dinner.

I recommend serving this quiche with your favorite condiments, like ketchup or a drizzle of hot sauce.

I also like to serve the quiche with a fresh fruit salad for breakfast or brunch. For lunch or dinner, pair a slice with a simple side salad to turn it into a full meal.

This quiche is also a great meal prep idea when made ahead of time. Make and bake it on the weekend, then have slices handy for an easy, filling grab and go option on busy weekday mornings.

Serving and storing

Not only do leftover slices of this breakfast quiche taste great, they store well too.

Once completely cooled wrap the dish tightly in plastic wrap to seal then refrigerate until ready to enjoy again.

Alternatively individual slices can be wrapped in plastic wrap, or stored in an air tight container or ziplocking bags in the refrigerator.

When ready to enjoy again I recommend heating the desired number of slices, or the whole quiche, in the oven at 300F until warmed through.

For quicker results, leftover can be reheated in the microwave too.

Tips And Tricks

Blow your kids’ minds by thawing some tater tots and pressing them into the pan as the crust instead! It’s delicious and great way to get your tater tot obsessed kids excited for dinner.
Add you favorite sautéed vegetables to the filling to sneak in extra veggies and nutrients.
Try using seasoned hash browns for a nice added kick.
For a lower calorie, reduce sodium quiche, use Canadian bacon or turkey bacon instead of ham.
You can use milk instead of half and half, but you’ll need to keep it in the oven for a bit longer and watch it closely to avoid burning it.

Other Easy Quiche Recipes

This ham and cheese hash brown crust quiche is a great way to get my kids to agree on a breakfast.

You should make this quiche this weekend to give your whole family a nice treat.

Looking for other easy quiche recipes to enjoy?

Try these:

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