Light Asparagus, Chicken Quinoa Bake
Light Asparagus, Chicken & Quinoa Bake is filled with leeks, bacon, asparagus and extra sharp white cheddar for a flavor packed dinner that is so good, you won't believe it is lightened up!
Servings: 5
Calories: 552kcal
Ingredients
- 1 c. chicken broth
- 2 c. milk
- 1/2 c. Masa corn flour you can substitute all-purpose flour
- 1 Tbsp. Roasted Garlic Montreal Chicken seasoning
- 3/4 c. uncooked quinoa
- 1/2 lb. chicken cut in small strips
- 1/2 c. cooked bacon crumbled
- 1/2 c. leeks chopped
- 1 1/2 c. asparagus cut in 2" pieces
- 2/3 c. extra sharp white cheddar shredded
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°.
- In a medium saucepan over high heat, whisk together the chicken broth and flour until smooth and cook for a minute. Add the milk and garlic seasoning and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until thickened.
- In a large bowl, fold together the sauce with the quinoa, chicken, bacon, leeks and asparagus and pour into a 10"x10" sprayed baking dish. Top with the shredded cheese and bake for 40-50 minutes covered until the quinoa is sprouted and the chicken is no longer pink. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 552kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 78mg | Sodium: 563mg | Potassium: 811mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1495IU | Vitamin C: 10.9mg | Calcium: 436mg | Iron: 4.9mg