Stovetop Chicken & Broccoli Casserole

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We trimmed 9 grams of fat and almost 100 calories in this makeover of cheesy chicken-and-broccoli casserole. All the raw ingredients are layered in a skillet, then simmered for a quick weeknight dinner.

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Updated on April 22, 2024

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EatingWell Test Kitchen

Reviewed by Dietitian

Jill Cerreta, M.S., RD

Cook Time:

25 mins

Additional Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Servings:

Yield:

6 servings

Nutrition Profile:

High-Calcium Bone-Health Healthy Pregnancy Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity High-Protein Low-Calorie

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Ingredients

8 ounces whole-wheat egg noodles
1 14-ounce can reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1 14- to 16-ounce package frozen broccoli florets, thawed and chopped, if desired
1 ½ cups skim milk
½ cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons dry mustard
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 cups shredded Colby-Jack or Cheddar cheese

Directions

Place noodles in a large skillet. Pour broth over the noodles. Layer chicken, then broccoli over the noodles.
Whisk milk, mayonnaise, flour, dry mustard, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Pour over the broccoli.
Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer, cover and cook, stirring once or twice, until the noodles and chicken are cooked through, 15 to 18 minutes.
Meanwhile, position rack in upper third of oven; preheat broiler.
When the casserole is done, sprinkle cheese on top and broil until lightly browned, about 3 minutes.

Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, March/April 2012

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

446	Calories
15g	Fat
41g	Carbs
33g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 446
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 41g	15%
Dietary Fiber 6g	20%
Total Sugars 7g
Added Sugars 1g	2%
Protein 33g	66%
Total Fat 15g	19%
Saturated Fat 7g	34%
Cholesterol 75mg	25%
Vitamin A 1128IU	23%
Vitamin C 27mg	30%
Folate 63mcg	16%
Sodium 662mg	29%
Calcium 303mg	23%
Iron 2mg	8%
Magnesium 41mg	10%
Potassium 424mg	9%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Stovetop Chicken & Broccoli Casserole

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