Broccoli Quinoa Chicken Cheese (Printable)

A wholesome dish combining chicken, quinoa, broccoli, and creamy cheese baked to perfection.

# 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
03 - 1 large egg

→ Vegetables

04 - 3 cups broccoli florets, steamed until just tender

→ Dairy

05 - 2 cups shredded cheese, divided
06 - 1/2 cup chicken stock, low sodium

→ 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:

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. Allow to cool slightly.
03 - Steam broccoli florets in 1/2 inch water, covered, for 3-5 minutes until bright green and tender. Drain thoroughly.
04 - In large mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chicken, steamed broccoli, egg, chicken stock, 1 cup cheese, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
05 - Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish and press down gently to create an even layer.
06 - Sprinkle remaining 1 cup cheese evenly over the top.
07 - Cover dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
08 - Remove foil and bake for additional 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
09 - Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Portion into bowls and enjoy hot.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • It's genuinely freezer-friendly, which means you can make two and forget about weeknight dinner stress for a month.
  • The texture is unexpectedly comforting—fluffy quinoa mixed with tender chicken and bright broccoli, all held together with melted cheese in a way that feels both wholesome and indulgent.
  • No fancy skills required; if you can stir a bowl and turn an oven dial, you've got this.
02 -
  • Don't skip draining the broccoli thoroughly; I learned this the hard way when too much water turned the casserole soggy and separated the cheese into a greasy layer—a quick squeeze in a clean kitchen towel makes all the difference.
  • The egg doesn't need to be cooked beforehand; it will set gently during baking and create a custard-like quality that holds everything together without adding density.
03 -
  • Use rotisserie chicken to cut prep time in half; it's already cooked, shredded, and full of flavor, making this dish realistic for busy weeknights.
  • Taste the mixture before it goes in the oven; this is your only chance to adjust seasoning, and a quick pinch more salt or pepper now prevents bland bites later.
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