Get all your favorite breakfast flavors in one delicious dish with this easy recipe!
I’ve always found the phrase “easy as pie” counterintuitive. I mean, it can be difficult to hit the target of pie crust that’s light, flaky, and flavorful—mine tend to be either overworked and tough or undercooked and soggy. Besides, a crust adds a lot of carbs to a dish. My solution? Go crustless!
This savory crustless quiche recipe is a prime example of a delicious and satisfying pie sans crust. It delivers everything I love about quiche without the technical struggle or carbo-load of a traditional crust. You get fluffy eggs, salty bacon, savory onion and garlic, and gooey cheese in every bite.
Whether you serve this dish as a light dinner, a tasty brunch element, or a hearty breakfast, you’ll love its versatility. Want more veggies? Fold in some fresh spinach, chopped bell peppers, or sautéed zucchini. Want a hint of Mediterranean flair? Sprinkle in some oregano, thyme, and basil, then swap the cheddar for feta. You could also sub in Italian sausage for the bacon to get a spicier, more complex flavor profile. This recipe keeps it simple so you can make this quiche your own!
How to make this a true quiche
Want more of a traditional quiche experience without blowing your carb allowances? A low-carb crust will do the trick. Fathead dough is a standout option for simplicity and versatility. Its combination of cheese, almond flour, and egg bakes up golden and tender, delivering a rich, buttery base that complements savory quiche fillings and holds its structure well when you slice it. Use this Fathead-Style Pizza Dough recipe, bake as directed in your pie plate, then continue with the steps in this quiche recipe as written.
How do I store leftovers?
Let your quiche cool before storing, but don’t leave it at room temp longer than 2 hours. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can also freeze individual slices or an entire quiche in freezer-safe containers for up to 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge. Reheat in a 350°F oven until piping hot throughout, about 10-15 minutes.
Similar recipes to try
Hungry for more low-carb quiche recipes? This Sausage And Spinach Keto Quiche and this Keto Breakfast Burrito Quiche both deliver a savory, crustless pie with staple breakfast ingredients. Looking for more egg-focused dishes to try? Skip the stovetop with these Easy Keto Baked Eggs. Or bring layers of spicy, smoky, savory, and sweet notes to the table with this Keto Shakshuka Recipe.
Savory Crustless Quiche
Ingredients
- 8 slices bacon raw
- 8 eggs
- 1/4 cup + 1/8 cup half-and-half
- 1 cup onion diced, about 2 ounces
- 1 clove garlic minced
- Pinch of salt and pepper
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Arrange the bacon slices on a cookie sheet in a single layer.
- When the oven has reached temperature, cook the bacon 15 to 20 minutes until it's golden brown and starting to crisp. Begin checking at 15 minutes to avoid burning. Bacon will crisp up more while cooling.
- Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and cool.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F. Prepare a 9-inch pie plate with nonstick cooking spray or a coating of butter. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and half-and-half until fully combined and slightly frothy.
- Add the onion, garlic, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Whisk until just evenly mixed.
- Roughly chop the bacon and scatter it evenly over the bottom of the prepared pie plate.
- Pour the egg mixture gently over the bacon. Sprinkle the cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake for 35 minutes, until the edges are golden and puffed, and the center is firm but ever-so-slightly wobbly when you gently shake the pie plate. A knife inserted near the center should come out mostly clean.
- Remove from oven and let the quiche cool in the pie plate for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
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