Chicken & Quinoa Broccoli Casserole

A nutritious, protein-packed casserole that’s creamy, cheesy, and satisfying. 
This recipe uses pre-cooked quinoa and chicken but skips pre-cooking the broccoli to save time. 
It’s perfect for meal prep and a family-friendly dinner! 
 Recipe Details 
 
 
 
 Yield 
 Prep Time 
 Cook Time 
 Total Time 
 Calories (per serving) 
 
 
 
 
 6 servings 
 15 minutes 
 35-40 minutes 
 ~50-55 minutes 
 ~400 kcal 
 
 
 
 
 Ingredients 
 Main Ingredients: 
 
 
 250g quinoa (uncooked) → 500g cooked quinoa 
 
 
 450g cooked chicken breast , shredded (or rotisserie chicken) 
 
 300g broccoli florets , chopped (raw, not pre-cooked) 
 
 300g Greek yogurt (or cottage cheese) 
 
 180ml low-sodium chicken broth 
 
 
 Seasonings & Toppings: 
 
 
 170g shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping) 
 
 50g Parmesan cheese (optional, for extra flavor) 
 
 50g whole wheat breadcrumbs (optional, for crunch) 
 
 1 tsp garlic powder 
 
 
 1 tsp onion powder 
 
 
 ¾ tsp salt 
 
 
 ½ tsp black pepper 
 
 
 ½ tsp paprika (optional) 
 
 
 Instructions 
 1. Preheat Oven 
 
 Set to 190°C (top/bottom heat) or 175°C (fan-assisted). 
 
 Grease a 33x23 cm baking dish. 
 
 2. Cook Quinoa 
 
 Rinse 250g quinoa under cold water. 
 Cook according to package instructions. 
 Set aside ( should yield ~500g cooked quinoa ). 
 
 3. Cook Chicken (If Not Using Rotisserie) 
 
 If using raw chicken , cook in a pan over medium heat for 8-10 minutes (or boil for 15 minutes ), then shred. 
 If using rotisserie chicken , shred directly. 
 
 4. Assemble Casserole 
 
 In the baking dish, mix cooked quinoa, shredded chicken, raw broccoli, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika . 
 Stir in Greek yogurt and chicken broth for creaminess. 
 Sprinkle cheddar and Parmesan cheese on top. 
 
 5. Bake (Covered) 
 
 Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and broccoli is tender but still slightly crisp. 
 
 6. Remove Foil & Add Crunch (Optional) 
 
 If using breadcrumbs , sprinkle them on top. 
 Bake uncovered for 10 more minutes until golden brown. 
 
 7. Rest & Serve 
 
 Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.