Broccoli Quinoa Casserole
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
8 servings
Broccoli Quinoa Casserole
Description
In this casserole, quinoa is cooked in water with broccoli added near the end to steam together, preserving the broccoli's texture. The chicken breasts are seasoned and cooked separately, then diced into bite-sized pieces.
A roux is made by melting butter and whisking in flour, then gradually adding milk to form a slightly thickened sauce. This sauce is combined with cooked quinoa, broccoli, chicken, shredded cheddar cheese, and Greek yogurt to enhance creaminess and tang.
The casserole is baked in a greased baking dish topped with toasted panko breadcrumbs browned in olive oil for a crunchy finish. The result is a balanced dish with wholesome grains, vegetables, tender chicken, and a rich sauce. It can be served as a fulfilling main course or a hearty side.
Panko breadcrumbs add a crunchy topping and come from the Asian grocery section.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 broccoli cut into florets and finely chopped, head
- 2 tablespoon olive oil divided
- ⅓ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 3 boneless skinless thin-sliced chicken breasts
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk 2%
- 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese divided, shredded
- ⅓ cup Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly oil an 9×13 baking dish or coat with nonstick spray.
- In a large saucepan of 2 cups water, cook quinoa according to package instructions. Within the last 5 minutes of cooking time, add broccoli on top and steam until cooked through.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add Panko and cook, stirring, until browned and toasted, about 3 minutes; set aside.
- Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in the skillet. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, to taste. Add to skillet and cook, flipping once, until cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Let cool before dicing into bite-size pieces; set aside.
- Melt butter in the skillet over medium heat. Whisk in flour until lightly browned, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk, and cook, whisking constantly, until slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in quinoa, broccoli, chicken, 1 cup cheese and Greek yogurt; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Spread broccoli mixture into the prepared baking dish; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Place into oven and bake until cheese has melted, about 5 minutes.
- Serve immediately, sprinkled with Panko, if desired.
Notes
- Panko breadcrumbs provide a crisp topping and should be toasted before adding to the casserole.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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