Broccoli-Quinoa Casserole With Chicken And Cheddar

Name: Broccoli-Quinoa Casserole With Chicken And Cheddar
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed and drained; 1 1/4 cups water; 1 (12-ounce) package microwave-in-bag fresh broccoli florets; Cooking spray; 12 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided; 1 1/2 cups chopped onion; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup 1% low-fat milk; 2 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 cups unsalted chicken stock; 2 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated (about 1/2 cup); 1/2 cup canola mayonnaise; 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (1 cup)

Servings: persons

1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed and drained
1 1/4 cups water
1 (12-ounce) package microwave-in-bag fresh broccoli florets
Cooking spray
12 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
1 1/2 cups chopped onion
6 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup 1% low-fat milk
2 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups unsalted chicken stock
2 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 cup canola mayonnaise
4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (1 cup)

1
Heat a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons oil; swirl to coat. Add quinoa; cook 2 minutes or until toasted, stirring frequently. Add 1 1/4 cups water; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until quinoa is tender. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
2
Preheat oven to 400u00b0.
3
Cook broccoli in microwave according to package directions, reducing cook time to 2 1/2 minutes.
4
Heat a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add chicken to pan; sprinkle with 1/8 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Cook 5 minutes or until browned, turning occasionally; remove from pan.
5
Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add onion and garlic; saute 5 minutes. Combine milk and flour, stirring with a whisk. Add milk mixture, stock, remaining 3/8 teaspoon salt, and remaining 3/8 teaspoon pepper to pan. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently; cook 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Add Parmesan, stirring until cheese melts. Stir in quinoa, broccoli, chicken, and mayonnaise. Spoon mixture into a 2-quart glass or ceramic baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with cheddar. Bake at 400u00b0 for 15 minutes or until casserole is bubbly and cheese melts.

1039

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil, 1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed and drained, 1 1/4 cups water, 1 (12-ounce) package microwave-in-bag fresh broccoli florets, and more.

Yes, Broccoli-Quinoa Casserole With Chicken And Cheddar falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!