Hearty casserole with chicken, quinoa, broccoli, and melted cheese. Easy meal prep option.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Grains & Base
01 - 2 cups cooked quinoa (about 3/4 cup dry)
→ Protein
02 - 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie or homemade; cooled)
03 - 1 large egg
→ Vegetables
04 - 3 cups broccoli florets, steamed until just tender
→ Dairy
05 - 2 cups shredded cheese, divided (cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend)
06 - 1/2 cup chicken stock (low sodium if preferred)
→ Seasonings
07 - 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
08 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9 x 9-inch baking dish with oil or nonstick spray.
02 - Cook quinoa according to package directions if not already prepared. Allow to cool slightly before combining.
03 - Steam broccoli florets in 1/2 inch water, covered, for 3–5 minutes until bright green and just tender. Drain thoroughly.
04 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chicken, steamed broccoli, egg, chicken stock, 1 cup shredded cheese, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly distributed.
05 - Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish. Press gently to create an even layer.
06 - Sprinkle remaining 1 cup shredded cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
07 - Cover dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
08 - Remove foil and continue baking for 5–10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
09 - Let casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Portion into bowls and serve hot.
