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Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Casserole

Hearty chicken casserole with broccoli, goat cheddar and coconut milk for a creamy meal.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 525 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 1 Tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 small yellow onion finely chopped
  • 3 to 4 cups broccoli chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 lb chicken thighs chopped
  • 1 15-ounce can full-fat canned coconut milk
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese see note*

Instructions

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  1. Cook rice according to package instructions.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and lightly grease or spray a large 9” x 13” casserole dish.
  3. While rice is cooking, prepare the rest of the recipe. Heat a large skillet or pot over medium heat and add the avocado oil. Add the chopped onion, broccoli, and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion and broccoli have softened but are still al dente, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Scoot the vegetables off to one side of the skillet and add the chopped chicken thighs. Allow them to brown without touching for 2 minutes. Flip and cook another 2 to 3 minutes, until browned but not cooked through. Stir everything together and remove from heat.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, Add the rice, coconut milk, sea salt, black pepper, and 1 cup of the grated cheese. Stir well to combine.
  6. Transfer the rice mixture to the pot with the sauteed veggies and chicken and stir well.
  7. Pour the casserole mixture into the casserole dish. Bake on the center rack of the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, until bubbly and cheese begins turning golden-brown.
  8. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • *I use raw goat milk cheddar. You can use any cheddar cheese you like, or use mozzarella, jack cheese, Gouda, or Gruyere 

Nutrition Information

Serving 1of 6 Calories 525kcal (26%) Carbohydrates 23g (8%) Protein 26g (52%) Fat 36g (55%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 525

% Daily Value*

Serving 1of 6
Calories 525kcal 26%
Carbohydrates 23g 8%
Protein 26g 52%
Fat 36g 55%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.