Light Asparagus, Chicken Quinoa Bake
Light Asparagus, Chicken Quinoa Bake is healthy and flavorful dinner made with leeks, bacon and sharp white cheddar cheese. This Chicken Asparagus Casserole is an easy recipe the whole family will love!
Servings: 5
Calories: 552kcal
Ingredients
- 1 c. chicken broth
- 1/2 c. Masa corn flour substitute all-purpose flour
- 2 c. milk
- 1 Tbsp. Roasted Garlic Montreal Chicken seasoning
- 3/4 c. uncooked quinoa
- 1 lb. chicken breast 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
Serving: 5Servings | Calories: 552kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 31g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 78mg | Sodium: 563mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 7g