Ham and Broccoli Quiche

This Ham and Broccoli Quiche starts with a flaky, pie crust base, and is loaded with ham, tender broccoli, and a cheesy egg filling. It’s simple to prepare and is perfect for a special breakfast or brunch!

For more delicious Breakfast and Brunch recipes, be sure to check out my Biscuits and Gravy Casserole, Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes, and Bisquick Sausage Balls.

Whenever we have leftover ham to use up, I love to make this Ham and Broccoli Quiche. 

It’s really simple to make and is so delicious. I use a store-bought pie crust to make the prep even easier, then fill it up with chopped broccoli, smoky ham, and a creamy, cheesy egg custard filling.

This is a great recipe for a weekend brunch, or a holiday breakfast. I love to make it for Easter, but it’s also a great way to use up leftover holiday ham at Christmas or anytime you want an easy breakfast dish.

We also love to have this easy quiche recipe as a breakfast-for-dinner main dish, served up with some Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes, Lemon Sugar Baked Donuts,  and a big bowl of fresh fruit!

Ingredients for Ham and Broccoli Quiche

• Refrigerated pie shell – I like to buy the kind from Pillsbury that comes in a tube that you roll out. You could also use a frozen pie crust or homemade.
• Unsalted butter – this is what you will use for cooking your veggies and adding some rich flavor. I prefer to use unsalted butter as the ham already adds some saltiness to the dish.
• Onion – I always use yellow or sweet onion.
• Garlic – about 2-3 cloves of minced garlic will add some savory flavor.
• Broccoli florets– Fresh broccoli is what I recommend, but you could also use thawed, frozen broccoli.
• Cooked ham – you can use leftover ham, or purchase diced, cooked ham from the grocery store.
• Eggs – you will need four whole eggs for this recipe.
• Milk – I recommend using whole milk. For an extra creamy, rich custard you could also use half and half or heavy cream instead.
• Cheese – I like to use freshly shredded Gouda. It adds a nutty, savory flavor to the quiche. Feel free to substitute this with a different type of shredded cheese that you prefer like colby jack or cheddar cheese.
• Spices – you will use a combination of salt, pepper, and dry mustard to bring out the flavors of your ham and broccoli quiche.

A full list of ingredients, measurements, and instructions are located in the recipe card below.

How to Make Ham and Broccoli Quiche – Step by Step

Step 1: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook for 3-4 minutes. Add in the broccoli and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, until the broccoli has softened slightly.

2: Prepare pie crust as directed on the package for one crust using a 9-inch pie plate.

3: Place the cooked veggies into the bottom of crust.

4: Sprinkle ham over the top of the veggies.

Step 5: Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top of the ham.

6: In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and dry mustard together and beat well.

7: Pour the egg mixture over the top of the quiche.

8: Bake in preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until quiche is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center of the quiche comes out clean. Let the quiche cool on a wire rack for 20 minutes before serving.

Tips and Notes

• Swap the ham for bacon or sausage if you prefer.
• Add some veggies like spinach, diced red pepper, or mushrooms.
• Feel free to use a tart pan instead of a pie plate to give your quiche a different shape!
• If your crust becomes too brown as the quiche is baking, cover the edges with aluminum foil.
• Allow the quiche too cool for at least 20 minutes before serving. This allows the quiche time to set up properly and hold its shape once sliced.
• Preparing in advance: this broccoli quiche recipe can be prepared up to two days in advance. Cover it tightly with plastic wrap and store in the fridge until you’re ready to bake.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
• Freezing: allow your ham and broccoli quiche to cool to room temperature before wrapping with both plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Freeze for up to three months. Allow the quiche to thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• To reheat your quiche, preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit and bake until just heated through, about 15 minutes.

Crustless Broccoli Quiche

Making a crustless quiche is a great way to make this gluten free or to lighten it up. You can completely omit the pie crust and bake just the filling in the pie plate as directed. Just make sure to spray your baking dish with non-stick cooking spray before adding the ingredients. The baking time will vary slightly since there is no crust, so keep an eye on it as it bakes.

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