Ham and Cheese Quiche is a simple recipe that is perfect for any meal.
I have a basic quiche recipe that is a winner every time. This easy ham and cheese version is one of our favorites and it couldn’t be easier to make. No need to worry about homemade pie dough – use your favorite refrigerated dough and this quiche is a breeze to make.

I love a great quiche because it can be served for any meal. We have them for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner!
This ham and cheese quiche is no different – serve it for breakfast with some slices of delicious banana bread or make a lovely dinner with a simple green salad on the side.
The filling is rich with a creamy texture, and the balance of savory flavors from the ham and cheese is perfection. The bonus is that it’s so easy to make.
Quiche Recipe with Ham and Cheese
- You can’t beat the classic flavor combo of ham and Colby cheese, and they work perfectly in this simple quiche.
- I can’t imagine anything more stressful than making a crust from scratch, so I use the refrigerated dough to make it. It cuts the work in half.
- The quiche has the best soft texture. No rubbery eggs to be found! Plus, you can use either half and half or whole milk to make the filling depending on how rich you like it.
This is a family favorite at our house. It’s delicious warm from the oven, but the leftovers are great, too. You are going to love it.

Ingredients
- Refrigerated pie dough
- Diced ham
- Shredded Colby cheese
- Diced yellow onion
- Eggs
- Half and half or whole milk
- Dry mustard
- Salt and pepper
For the ham, I buy packaged diced ham at the store. Or, if you have leftover ham from the holidays, this is a wonderful way to use it up.
I love Colby cheese in this recipe, but you can easily substitute cheddar cheese in its place if you prefer.

How to Make It
Fit the pie crust into the pie pan and crimp the edges.
Place the ham, cheese, and onions in the pie crust. You can layer them or mix them in a bowl first and then pour them into the crust. I prefer to do the layers – one less bowl to wash!
In a mixing bowl, mix the eggs, half and half (or milk), dry mustard, salt, and pepper. Pour the mixture over the other ingredients in the crust.
Bake the quiche for 15 minutes at 400 degrees. Lower the heat to 350 degrees and bake it for another 35 minutes.
The quiche is done when the top has turned a nice golden brown. At this point, remove it from the oven and let it rest for five to 10 minutes before serving.

What to Serve with Quiche
This ham and cheese quiche is really delicious anytime of day. Here are some side dishes to serve it with depending on whether you serve it for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
- Roasted potatoes pair perfectly with it for any meal! Or add a side of roasted garlic asparagus for a pop of green and freshness.
- For lunch, it’s lovely with garlic Parmesan breadsticks or a bowl of tomato basil soup (or both!).
- Make it for breakfast or brunch with some cinnamon sugar bread or banana blueberry muffins on the side for a sweet treat.

Make this easy quiche for holidays, weekend brunches, or for a simple and light dinner during the week. The classic combo of ham and cheese is classic for a reason – it’s delicious! Enjoy! XOXO San

More Breakfast Recipes
- Bacon Chive Crustless Quiche
- Sausage Breakfast Pot Pie
- Santa Fe Breakfast Taquitos
- Denver Omelet Breakfast Strudel
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Easy Ham and Cheese Quiche
Ingredients
- 1 refrigerated pie dough round
- 4 ounces diced ham
- 1 1/2 cups shredded colby cheese
- 1/2 small yellow onion, diced
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup half and half see note
- 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Roll out pie crust into pie pan.
- Top the pie crust with ham, cheese, and onion. You can mix the ham, cheese, and onion in a medium mixing bowl and then throw into the piecrust. I prefer to layer it – one less dish to wash.
- Mix the eggs and half and half in a bowl with seasonings, and pour the egg mixture over toppings in the pie crust.
- Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Then reduce heat, leaving the pie in the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and bake for an additional 35 minutes. When it is done the top of the quiche will begin to turn a nice golden brown.
- Remove from oven and allow to sit 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
I love making dinners with all the holiday leftovers. So easy to open the fridge and you’re halfway done. Love it!
I do too! Thanks!
Love quiche! Will have to try this recipe!
I hope you enjoy it!
This Ham and Cheese Quiche couldn’t look any more perfect!
Thank you!
My family is going to love this recipe! I can’t wait to give this a try! Looks so tasty and yummy! So excited!
Thank you, enjoy!
This will be perfect for breakfast on Christmas morning! Looks too good to pass up, indeed!
Definitely, enjoy!
Quiche is my new favorite savory tart. It’s great that I can make it at home with your recipe!
So glad to hear you enjoy it!
I am loving everything about this quiche. I will have to make it for our next family brunch that I host.
We hope you enjoy!
It seems easy to cook for breakfast. How long did it take you to cook this dish?
The total cook time is 50 minutes, but you can make this ahead and reheat individual servings for busy mornings!