No crust. No fuss. Big on protein. This simple quiche bakes up light, golden, and nourishing — perfect for busy mornings, meal prep, or a cozy brunch.
📋 Recipe Card
Course: Breakfast / Brunch
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Calories: ~294 kcal per serving
Protein: ~26g per serving
🥚 High-Protein | 🥦 Low-Carb Friendly | 🧀 Gluten-Free
✅ Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- ½ cup low-fat cottage cheese
- ¼ cup 2% milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach (chopped)
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ½ cup bell pepper (diced)
- 1 cup cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Butter or non-stick spray (for greasing dish)
👩🍳 Instructions
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Preheat & Prep
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish with butter or non-stick spray.
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Mix the Base
- In a large bowl, whisk together: eggs, cottage cheese, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until smooth.
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Add the Good Stuff
- Stir in shredded cheddar, spinach, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, and cooked chicken.
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Bake It
- Pour mixture into the prepared dish.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden.
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Cool & Serve
- Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm, or cool completely and store for meal prep.
💡 Quick Notes
- Quiche will puff up in the oven, then settle as it cools — totally normal.
- Cottage cheese keeps the texture creamy while boosting protein.
🥄 Ingredient Details & Substitutions
- Eggs: The base of any quiche. You can swap 1–2 eggs for extra egg whites to lower fat.
- Cottage Cheese: Adds protein and creaminess without needing heavy cream. Ricotta works as a substitute.
- Shredded Cheddar: Use mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or feta for different flavor profiles.
- Spinach & Veggies: Any greens (kale, arugula, zucchini) work. Skip tomatoes for fewer carbs.
- Chicken: Great for leftovers! Swap with turkey, lean beef, or even salmon.
🍴 Variations & Serving Ideas
- Mediterranean Twist: Add olives, feta, and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Low-Carb Boost: Extra spinach + mushrooms, skip tomatoes.
- Breakfast Classic: Use turkey bacon or ham instead of chicken.
- Meal Prep Idea: Bake in a muffin tin for grab-and-go portions.
Pair with a side salad or roasted veggies for a full meal.
🥶 Storage & Reheating
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Slice, wrap individually, and freeze up to 2 months.
- Reheat: Warm in oven at 325°F (160°C) for 10 minutes or microwave 1–2 minutes.
🥗 Nutrition (per serving, 1/4 of quiche)
- Calories: ~294 kcal
- Protein: ~26g
- Carbs: ~5g
- Fat: ~19g
- Fiber: ~1g
❓ FAQs
Q: Can I make this dairy-free?
A: Yes — swap cottage cheese for silken tofu and use a dairy-free shredded cheese.
Q: Why is my quiche watery?
A: Too many watery veggies (like tomatoes or zucchini). Try pre-sautéing them to remove excess moisture.
Q: Can I prep this ahead?
A: Absolutely! Mix the batter the night before, refrigerate, then bake fresh in the morning.
✨ Final Thoughts
This Lazy Morning Crustless Quiche is proof that healthy breakfasts don’t have to be complicated. With minimal prep and a powerhouse of protein, it’s the perfect fuel for busy mornings or a weekend brunch.
💬 If you try this recipe, let me know in the comments — what veggies or proteins did you add to make it yours?
