Description
A comforting casserole that combines chicken parmesan flavors with protein-rich quinoa, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 large yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium green pepper, diced
- 8 oz. white mushrooms, diced
- 1.5 teaspoons sea salt, separated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup white quinoa
- 3 cups marinara sauce (24 oz.)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2.5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups shredded parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
- 2.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 1 large egg
- 1.5 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, green pepper, and mushrooms; cook until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in 1 teaspoon sea salt, garlic, and Italian seasoning; cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Add quinoa, marinara sauce, chicken broth, and flour; stir and bring to a boil, then simmer for a few minutes.
- Off heat, stir in 1 cup parmesan cheese, garlic powder, pepper, and egg until combined.
- Slice chicken and fold into quinoa mixture. Transfer to the baking dish and top with more parmesan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a crisper top, broil for 1-2 minutes; consider adding ricotta or mozzarella for richer texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: chicken, quinoa, healthy bake, casserole, parmesan