Mediterranean Chicken and Veggie Bake
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Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
35
Low
Glycemic Load
3
Low
Nutrition per serving
Calories379.6 kcal (19%)
Total Fat22.2 g (32%)
Carbs8.6 g (3%)
Sugars4.4 g (5%)
Protein35.6 g (71%)
Sodium628.9 mg (31%)
Fiber2.5 g (9%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
6 servings
2 cupsbroccoli florets
1carrot
medium, thinly sliced
1 cupsliced mushrooms
1red bell pepper
diced
½ cupgreen beans
trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cupmarinara sauce
or crushed tomatoes
½ teaspoongarlic powder
½ teaspoonsmoked paprika
¼ teaspoonred pepper flakes
optional
1 teaspoonitalian seasoning
2 cupschicken breast
cooked, or thighs, shredded, use rotisserie chicken for speed
1 lbground beef
or turkey, cooked and drained
1 cupmozzarella cheese
shredded, OR crumbled feta cheese
¼ cupparmesan
grated, optional
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat Oven:
Step 2
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 3
Prep the Vegetables:
Step 4
In a large bowl, toss the broccoli, carrot slices, mushrooms, red bell pepper, and green beans with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Step 5
Assemble the Casserole:
Step 6
Spread the seasoned vegetables evenly in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
Step 7
Layer the cooked chicken (or ground beef) over the veggies.
Step 8
Pour the marinara sauce over the top and spread evenly.
Step 9
Add the Cheese:
Step 10
Sprinkle mozzarella or feta cheese over the casserole.(Optional) Combine breadcrumbs and Parmesan and sprinkle over the top for a crunchy topping.
Step 11
Bake:
Step 12
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden and the vegetables are tender.
Step 13
Serve:
Step 14
Let the casserole cool slightly, then serve warm with a side of garlic bread or a simple green salad.
