Cheesy Chicken Quinoa Casserole
User Reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
342 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Cheesy Chicken Quinoa Casserole
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Creamy, cheesy, hearty casserole baked with chicken, broccoli, and quinoa!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa rinsed
- 2 cups water or chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
- 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup 1 can
- 2 cups broccoli florets steamed or blanched
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup milk
- ½ onion diced
- ½ cup carrots chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- ½ teaspoon paprika optional
- Extra cheese for topping
Instructions
- Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- n a medium saucepan, combine quinoa with water or chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.
- In a small skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and minced garlic, and sauté until soft and fragrant.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked quinoa, cooked chicken, steamed broccoli, cream of chicken soup, shredded cheese, milk, sautéed onion and garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika if using.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Spread evenly and top with additional cheese if desired.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. This casserole is great on its own or with a side salad.
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Nutrition Information
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Serving
1g
Calories
342kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
27g
(9%)
Protein
23g
(46%)
Fat
16g
(25%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Cholesterol
60mg
(20%)
Sodium
534mg
(22%)
Potassium
487mg
(14%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
2388IU
(48%)
Vitamin C
29mg
(32%)
Calcium
206mg
(21%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 342 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 342kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 534mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 487mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 2388IU | 48% |
| Vitamin C | 29mg | 32% |
| Calcium | 206mg | 21% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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