Healthier Broccoli Chicken Casserole
A comforting casserole that combines shredded chicken, broccoli, and Greek yogurt for a healthier twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup brown rice, cooked
- 1 can cream of chicken soup (light or low fat)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine the shredded chicken, broccoli florets, cooked brown rice, cream of chicken soup, Greek yogurt, half of the cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Mix everything until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
- Top with the remaining cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs, if using.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
- Cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with lentils or chickpeas. It can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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