Description
A comforting high-protein casserole loaded with chicken, sweet potatoes, and colorful veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 medium sweet potatoes, diced
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 bell peppers, diced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups spinach or kale, chopped
- Olive oil for sautéing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the chicken by seasoning with salt, pepper, and herbs.
- Sauté the aromatics: Heat olive oil and cook onion and bell peppers until softened, then add garlic.
- Cook the chicken in the skillet until browned (5-7 minutes), then shred or chop.
- Layer diced sweet potatoes in a large casserole dish, followed by sautéed vegetables and shredded chicken.
- Pour the broth over the mixture.
- Add a layer of spinach or other greens, gently pressing them in.
- Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender and top is golden brown.
- Serve hot with a side salad.
Notes
Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving to enhance flavor melding.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: high protein, casserole, family meal, comfort food, healthy recipes