Air Fryer Quiche

Published Date: December 2, 2022


Category: Air Fryer Breakfasts

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This Air Fryer Quiche is a simple recipe that’s impressive and satisfying! Nestled inside a buttery pie crust are fluffy eggs mixed with juicy ham and cheddar cheese. It’s full of flavor and a delicious dish for any meal. 

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🛒 Air Fryer Quiche Ingredients

  • Frozen Pie Crust
  • Eggs
  • Heavy Cream
  • Ham, Chopped or Diced (leftover Holiday ham works great!)
  • Cheddar Cheese
  • Green Onions
  • Salt
  • Pepper

*see recipe card for detailed amounts

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How to Make Quiche in the Air Fryer

  • Place the frozen pie crust in the air fryer basket and par-bake by air frying for 5 minutes at 350°F.
  • While the crust is baking, crack the eggs into a large mixing bowl and whisk until scrambled. 
  • Next, add the heavy cream, ham, cheddar cheese, green onions, salt, and pepper to the bowl and combine.
  • When the 5 minutes are done, remove the crust and place it on a hot pad. Pour the egg mixture into the crust. 
  • Then cover the quiche with foil, ensuring it’s not touching the filling.
  • Air fry at 400°F for 35 to 40 minutes or until the eggs are set. Then remove the foil and air fry for an additional 3 to 4 minutes to brown the pie crust and top of the quiche.
  • Allow it to rest for 5 to 10 minutes, then serve warm.

Helpful Notes:

  • I use Marie Callender’s deep dish pie crusts. 
  • I used leftover holiday ham in this recipe, but you can also use diced ham.
  • Make this dish vegetarian by removing the ham.

Storage and Reheating Instructions:

This quiche is delicious for breakfast the next day!

IN THE FRIDGE: Place in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. 

IN THE FREEZER: Quiche isn’t a good dish to freeze as the crust can become soggy and the eggs overcooked when reheating.  

REHEATING INSTRUCTIONS: Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F until warm.

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FAQS

Should you poke holes in the bottom of a pie crust?

Poking holes in the crust allow steam to escape, but it isn’t necessary when baking liquid fillings like quiche.

Do I need to par-bake the crust?

Yes, par-baking ensures the crust is cooked through without overcooking the filling.

What do I serve with quiche?

Serve this dish with a salad and rolls for a deliciously satisfying meal.

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An air fryer quiche with a slice cut out of it sitting on a wooden table.
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Air Fryer Quiche

Air Fryer Quiche is a simple and satisfying recipe that requires only a handful of ingredients. With fluffy eggs, tender ham, and gooey cheddar cheese in a flaky pie crust, it’s no wonder this dish is eaten at breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Air Fryer, Breakfast, Dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 1515

Ingredients
  

  • 8 inch frozen pie crust
  • 5 large eggs
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup ham chopped
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/3 cup green onions chopped
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Aluminum Foil

Method
 

  1. Place the frozen pie crust in the air fryer basket and par-bake by air frying for 5 minutes at 350°F.
  2. While the crust is baking, crack the eggs into a large mixing bowl and whisk until scrambled.
  3. Next, add the heavy cream, ham, cheddar cheese, green onions, salt, and pepper to the bowl and combine.
  4. When the 5 minutes are done, remove the crust and place it on a hot pad. Pour the egg mixture into the crust.
  5. Then cover the quiche with foil, ensuring it’s not touching the filling.
  6. Air fry at 400°F for 35 to 40 minutes or until the eggs are set. Then remove the foil and air fry for an additional 3 to 4 minutes to brown the pie crust and top of the quiche.
  7. Allow it to rest for 5 to 10 minutes, then serve warm.

Notes

  • I use Marie Callender’s deep dish pie crusts. 
  • I used leftover holiday ham in this recipe, but you can also use diced ham.
  • Make this dish vegetarian by removing the ham.

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