GRANDMA'S CHICKEN SPINACH QUICHE

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Wonderful flavor and richness. Grandma had a great idea here. You can substitute the Brandy with Frangelica, also the milks with low fat.

Provided by mewmew

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium leek
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
2 cups chicken (Finely chopped)
0.5 (10 ounce) package broccoli (cooked and drained) or 0.5 (10 ounce) package spinach (cooked and drained)
1 pie crust (unbaked 10 inches in diameter)
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups half-and-half or 1 1/2 cups evaporated milk
1 1/2 cups swiss cheese (shredded)
4 eggs
2 tablespoons brandy
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F Cut leek in half lengthwise; wash and trim, leaving 2 to 3 inches of green tips intact. Cut leek halves crosswise into thin slices. Place in small saucepan; add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Drain; reserve leek.
  • Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken; cook until chicken is golden, about 5 minutes. Add spinach and leek to chicken mixture,; cook 1 to 2 minutes longer. Remove from heat.
  • Spoon chicken mixture into pie crust. Sprinkle flour and cheese over chicken mixture. Combine half and half, eggs, brandy (Frangelica can be used in place of brandy), salt, pepper and nutmeg in medium bowl. Pour egg mixture over cheese.
  • Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until knife inserted into center comes out clean. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Serve hot or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442, Fat 32.5, SaturatedFat 17.3, Cholesterol 208.6, Sodium 518.3, Carbohydrate 19.5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.6, Protein 15.3

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