Description
A healthy and protein-packed chicken broccoli casserole that’s perfect for meal prep or a nutritious family dinner. This dish combines tender chicken, steamed broccoli, and a creamy Greek yogurt sauce, topped with a crunchy almond and cheese crust.
Ingredients
3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Steam the broccoli florets until tender-crisp, about 4-5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, steamed broccoli, cooked onion and garlic, Greek yogurt, chicken broth, Dijon mustard, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch casserole dish and spread evenly.
In a small bowl, mix the sliced almonds, shredded cheddar cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese.
Sprinkle the almond and cheese mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
