Asparagus, Chicken & Quinoa

 

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PREP TIME

10 mins

COOK TIME

50 mins

TOTAL TIME

1 hour

 

Light Asparagus, Chicken & Quinoa Bake is filled with leeks, bacon, asparagus and extra sharp white cheddar for a flavor packed dinner that is so good, you won't believe it is lightened up!

Author: Danielle | Krafted Koch

Recipe type: Casserole

Serves: 4-6

INGREDIENTS

• 1 c. chicken broth
• 2 c. milk
• ½ c. Masa corn flour (you can substitute all-purpose flour)
• 1 Tbsp. Roasted Garlic Montreal Chicken seasoning
• ¾ c. uncooked quinoa
• ½ lb. chicken, cut in small strips
• ½ c. cooked bacon, crumbled
• ½ c. leeks, chopped
• 1½ c. asparagus, cut in 2" pieces
• ⅔ c. extra sharp white cheddar, shredded

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat your oven to 375°.
2. In a medium saucepan over high heat, whisk together the chicken broth and flour until smooth and cook for a minute. Add the milk and garlic seasoning and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until thickened.
3. In a large bowl, fold together the sauce with the quinoa, chicken, bacon, leeks and asparagus and pour into a 10"x10" sprayed baking dish. Top with the shredded cheese and bake for 40-50 minutes covered until the quinoa is sprouted and the chicken is no longer pink. Serve immediately.