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quinoa casserole

Lazy Chicken Parm (gluten free, dairy free option)

Kayla Cappiello
Craving classic chicken parmesan that tastes like its from an Italian restaurant but short on time and energy? 
This Lazy Chicken Parmesan Quinoa Casserole recipe is perfect for an easy weeknight meal. It takes minimal effort and prep time, plus it uses simple ingredients and comes together in just 30 minutes! This recipe is gluten free and nut free. It can be made dairy free, vegan and low fat. 
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, lunch
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 231 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 boil-in-bag quinoa
  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 2-3 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup low fat shredded mozzarella cheese or plant based ontopn
  • 2 tablespoons Italian garlic and herb seasoning

Instructions
 

  • Cook the quinoa: Prepare the boil-in-bag quinoa according to package instructions. This usually takes about 15 minutes.
  • Grill the chicken: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill for 10-12 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
  • Assemble the casserole: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Chop the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces. In a baking dish, combine the cooked quinoa, shredded chicken, and marinara sauce.
  • Season and bake: Sprinkle the Italian garlic and herb seasoning over the casserole. Top with the mozzarella cheese. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition

Calories: 231kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 32gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 887mgPotassium: 807mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 244mgIron: 2mg
Keyword gluten free
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