Low Sodium Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole
Indulge in the comfort of a hearty meal without compromising your health with this Low Sodium Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole! Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines tender chicken breasts, nutrient-packed broccoli, and fluffy brown rice in a creamy, low-sodium sauce made with Greek yogurt and chicken broth. Topped with melted low-sodium cheddar cheese, this casserole delivers all the cheesy satisfaction you crave while keeping sodium levels in check. Easy to prepare and ready in under an hour, this wholesome recipe hits all the right notes for flavor, nutrition, and simplicity. Serve as a complete meal for the whole family or meal prep it for delicious lunches throughout the week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cups Fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup Low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup Low sodium shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Brown rice
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the brown rice according to package instructions, set aside.
In a large oven-safe skillet or casserole dish, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and let them rest. Once cool enough to handle, dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
In the same skillet, add the broccoli florets and sauté for about 3 minutes until they are vibrant and slightly tender.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the low sodium chicken broth, Greek yogurt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Stir well to create a creamy sauce.
Add the cooked rice, diced chicken, sautéed broccoli, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese into the mixing bowl with the sauce. Stir to combine all ingredients.
Transfer this mixture back into the skillet or a separate pre-greased baking dish if needed.
Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and the casserole is heated through.
Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your healthy and flavorful low sodium cheesy chicken and broccoli casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1672 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 70.0 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.4 g | 167% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 440 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 1200 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.4 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.6 g | ||
| Protein | 177.1 g | 354% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1308 mg | 101% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2534 mg | 54% | |
*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.
