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Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Quinoa Bake

A comforting and nutritious bake made with quinoa, chicken, broccoli, and cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed Red quinoa adds color, but any variety works!
  • 2 cups chicken broth Homemade is great, but low-sodium store-bought works too.
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts, cooked and shredded Rotisserie chicken is a great shortcut.
  • 2 cups broccoli florets Fresh is best; frozen is fine in a pinch.
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Sharp cheddar is recommended for flavor.
  • 1 cup Greek yoghurt Fage brand is preferred for its rich texture.
  • 1 tsp garlic powder Or use 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced.
  • 1 2 1/2 tsp salt Pink Himalayan salt adds a touch of elegance.
  • optional: red pepper flakes Add before serving for a kick.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 180℃ (350℉).
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for about 15 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, broccoli, Greek yoghurt, garlic powder, salt, and 1/2 cup of cheese.
  4. Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork and gently fold it into the chicken mixture.
Baking
  1. Pour everything into a greased oven-safe dish and top with the remaining cheese. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden and bubbling.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3g

Notes

If using frozen broccoli, it cooks beautifully in the bake. If you burn the bottom, scrape it off and add extra cheese to mask the flavor.
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