Chicken, Broccoli, Cheese, and Quinoa Casserole

A casserole that I was raised on was chicken de van--you know, the broccoli, chicken, cheesy, stuff on rice that everyone says is so good? Well, I think it's ok but overrated to tell ya the truth. On top of that, I discovered that quinoa really is yummy with more protein and healthier than rice. I didn't think the small package of quinoa would go far, but it actually does supply a good amount. I decided to put some ingredients together and make it similar to chicken de van but not so soupy and thick. Keep in mind I made this for 2 servings and when I cook I usually toss in spices.

Chicken, broccoli, cheese, and quinoa casserole

1 chicken breast, defrosted, then cooked
1 cup broccoli, cooked
1/2 cup dried quinoa
1 chicken bouillon cube
1/4 tsp onion powder
1 pinch garlic powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 cup cheddar or colby/monteray jack cheese

In a rice cooker or over a stove, boil quinoa in 1 Cup water. After it begins to boil, reduce to a simmer and add the chicken bouillon cube. Cook until it is tender enough to fluff with a fork.

In a 8x8 casserole dish, lightly spray with cooking spray. Add quinoa, cooked chicken, broccoli, and spices. Stir. Top with cheese. Broil for a few minutes or bake at 375 for 10 minutes. Enjoy!

Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

I made this a little while ago and haven't had the chance to put it on here yet, but this chicken cordon bleu casserole is another winner! It would be a great recipe for when guests come over or for families. I enjoyed it, but it supplied a lot of left-overs. However, it was still worth making!

Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole (from Six Sisters' Stuff)

(This picture isn't the best, but Six Sisters' Stuff has a much better one that fully shows what it tastes like.)

Ingredients:

1 (6 oz) pkg. chicken flavored stuffing mix
1 (10 3/4 oz) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 tablespoon prepared, Dijon mustard
3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and cut into bite-size pieces
3 cups fresh  (or frozen, cooked) broccoli florets
2 cups cooked, chopped ham
6 slices of extra thin Swiss cheese

Directions:
Preheat oven to 375ºF.  Prepare stuffing as directed on package.  Mix soup and mustard in medium bowl; stir in chicken, broccoli and ham. Spoon into 2-qt. casserole dish sprayed with cooking spray; top with cheese slices and stuffing.  Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until heated through.