Air Fryer Chicken Quiche
If you’re looking for an easy, comforting meal that doesn’t require much effort, this Air Fryer Chicken Quiche is exactly what you need. Made with tender chicken, whole mozzarella balls, fresh herbs, and a simple potato base, this recipe is perfect for busy days when you still want something homemade and satisfying.This air fryer quiche is light yet filling, with creamy layers and a golden top, and it comes together using simple ingredients you probably already have at home. No pastry crust, no complicated steps - just slice, layer, and let the air fryer do the work.
Ingredients
- 1 - 2 medium red potatoes thinly sliced
- 2 boneless chicken thighs cut into bite-size pieces
- 8 –10 mini mozzarella balls used whole
- 2 - 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for greasing the dish
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the ingredients
- Cut the boneless chicken thighs into bite-size pieces. Season with salt, black pepper, and your preferred spices. Peel the potatoes and slice them very thinly.
Make the potato base
- Lightly grease a heatproof glass baking dish with olive oil. Arrange the potato slices in an even, slightly overlapping layer. Season lightly with salt.
Pre-cook the potatoes
- Place the dish in the air fryer basket and air fry at 180°C / 360°F for 10 minutes, until the potatoes start to soften.
Prepare the egg mixture
- In a bowl, beat the eggs with chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Assemble the quiche
- Remove the dish from the air fryer. Spread the seasoned chicken evenly over the potato base. Place the mozzarella balls whole on top of the chicken.
Add the eggs
- Pour the egg and parsley mixture evenly over the chicken and mozzarella, making sure it spreads throughout the dish.
Air fry
- Return the dish to the air fryer and cook at 185–190°C / 365–375°F for 15–20 minutes, until the quiche is fully set, golden on top, and the mozzarella is melted.
Rest and serve
- Let the quiche rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve warm.
Notes
Calories (Estimated)
≈ 420 kcal per serving(based on 4 servings)
Breakdown (approximate)
- Chicken thighs: ~180 kcal
- Mozzarella balls: ~120 kcal
- Potatoes: ~80 kcal
- Eggs: ~35 kcal
- Olive oil + herbs: ~25 kcal
*Nutrition info is a rough estimate based on the ingredients. Note that values may vary from case to case.
*As with all recipes, there is a number of ways you can get things done. If you believe that some of the instructions can be improved, or have a good alternative solution, feel free to leave a comment.
