Chicken Broccoli Casserole
The American Heart Association shares this delicious that’s perfect for a balanced diet. High in fiber and protein this dish is a smart choice!
Ingredients
13.25 oz whole-wheat packaged spiral-shaped pasta like fusilli (or ¾ (16 oz.) package)
1 1/2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (all visible fat discarded, cut into 1-inch pieces)
3/4 tsp salt-free, dried Italian spice blend
16 oz packaged, frozen corn (thawed)
16 oz packaged, frozen broccoli (thawed)
8 oz fat-free cream cheese
1 cup fat-free, plain yogurt
Instructions
1
Preheat oven to 350° F. Cook pasta according to package instructions, omitting salt and oil or other fat.
2
In a large pan over high heat, add chicken and cook until done, about 5 minutes. Lower the heat to low, and add spice blend, corn, broccoli, cream cheese, and yogurt. Mix until combined and cream cheese has melted.
3
Add pasta, stirring to combine. (Do this in a bowl if pasta can’t fit into the large pan).
4
Transfer to a 13x9-inch baking dish. Cover with foil, and cook in oven until fully warmed, about 15 minutes.
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