Mediterranean Diet Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole

Transform your weeknight dinners with this Mediterranean Diet Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole—a wholesome, protein-packed dish that’s bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Featuring tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, nutty quinoa, and the irresistible combination of creamy feta and savory Parmesan cheese, this casserole is as nutritious as it is comforting. Enhanced with aromatic garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and a hint of lemon zest, every bite delivers a perfect balance of zestiness and richness. Prepped in just 20 minutes and baked to golden, bubbly perfection, this one-pan meal is an easy and healthy crowd-pleaser. Ideal for fans of the Mediterranean diet, it's a satisfying, gluten-free dinner your family will request again and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 cups broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup quinoa
• 1.5 cups chicken broth, low sodium
• 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the chicken breasts to the skillet, cooking for 6-8 minutes on each side until golden brown but not completely cooked through. Remove from the skillet and let rest for a few minutes, then cut into bite-sized pieces.

Step 4

Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet and add the broccoli florets. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until they are vibrant green and slightly tender.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the quinoa, chicken broth, sautéed onion and garlic mixture, broccoli florets, sun-dried tomatoes, lemon zest, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 6

Transfer the quinoa mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish. Nestle the chicken pieces into the mixture.

Step 7

Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top, followed by the grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 10

Let the casserole cool slightly before serving, allowing the flavors to meld together. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1711.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2579.0

Total Fat 120.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 580.0mg	0%
Sodium 7840.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 159.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.8g	0%
Total Sugars 31.9g
Protein 218.1g	0%

Vitamin D 4IU	0%
Calcium 1899.8mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 3454.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.8%

Protein: 33.6%

Carbs: 24.6%