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Chicken Broccoli Protein-Packed Casserole

Chicken broccoli casserole protein - the image is a close-up of a plate of food. the plate is brown and has a speckled pattern around the edges. on top of the plate, there is a layer of shredded cheese, which appears to be a combination of orange and yellow colors. the cheese is melted and bubbly, and there are small pieces of broccoli scattered throughout the dish. the broccoli is bright green and looks fresh and healthy. the dish looks appetizing and ready to eat.

A hearty and healthy chicken broccoli casserole loaded with protein and creamy goodness, perfect for a nutritious family meal.

Ingredients

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3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour over the onion and garlic mixture, stirring constantly for 1 minute to create a roux.
Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, black pepper, salt, and paprika until smooth.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooked broccoli, cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and the sauce from the skillet. Mix well to combine.
Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch casserole dish and spread evenly.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the casserole is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.