Chicken and Mushroom Quiche

Chicken and Mushroom Quiche recipe videos

Chicken and Mushroom Quiche is a savory, open-faced tart with a flaky pastry crust filled with a creamy custard of eggs and cream, typically loaded with cooked chicken and sautéed mushrooms. Originating from France, the classic quiche Lorraine, it has evolved into many popular variations, with this combination being a hearty and beloved choice for brunch or a light dinner.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in fat and protein, thanks to the pastry, cream, eggs, and chicken, while its carbohydrate content comes primarily from the crust. A typical slice provides a good amount of protein and calcium, with a rough calorie estimate of 400-500 per serving depending on the recipe's richness.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	400 kcal
Protein	20 g
Carbs	25 g
Fat	26 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	650 mg
Potassium	300 mg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg
Vitamin B12	1.2 mcg
Selenium	18 mcg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.4 mg
Niacin (B3)	5 mg
Calcium	200 mg

Per 1 slice (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, quiche represents the elegant simplicity of French cuisine, transforming humble ingredients into a sophisticated dish. Nutritionally, its unique appeal lies in its balance, offering a satisfying blend of protein and fats that make it a more substantial and complete meal than many other pastries.