Serves: 1

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 6 oz. skinless, boneless chicken (or turkey) pieces (breast or dark meat)
• 1 tsp of flax seeds meal
• Salt, pepper
• 1 egg – beaten
• Half a cup of Yogurt Dressing (or coconut milk, if you don’t like the sourish tang)
• 1/4 cup of chicken broth
• 2 tbsp of grated low-fat cheddar cheese

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cook the broccoli florets in boiling water for about 5 minutes until they are tender. Remove the broccoli from the boiling water and add the chicken or turkey pieces to the same pot. Simmer the chicken or turkey for 15 minutes until cooked through.
3. Take the cooked chicken or turkey out of the pot and cut it into cubes. Add the cooked chicken or turkey to the cooked broccoli in a large mixing bowl.
4. In a separate saucepan, combine the chicken broth, flax seeds meal, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly, and cook for 1 minute. Remove the saucepan from the heat.
5. Add the yogurt dressing (or coconut milk) to the saucepan with the beaten egg, stirring until well combined. Then add half of the grated low-fat cheddar cheese to the mixture, stirring until it’s well combined.
6. Pour the sauce over the broccoli and chicken (or turkey) mixture in the large mixing bowl. Gently stir until all the ingredients are combined.
7. Grease a small casserole dish with coconut oil. Transfer the mixture from the mixing bowl into the casserole dish.
8. Sprinkle the remaining grated low-fat cheddar cheese on top of the mixture in the casserole dish.
9. Bake the casserole in the preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 50 minutes, or until the mixture bubbles at the edges and the cheese on top begins to brown.
10. Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Enjoy your delicious and nutritious broccoli and chicken (or turkey) casserole!

ALLERGIES:

SF (Shellfish-Free)

GF (Gluten-Free)

NF (Nut-Free)

Here are some variations you can try for this broccoli and chicken (or turkey) casserole:

1. Vegetarian Version: Replace the chicken or turkey with extra vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms for a flavorful vegetarian casserole.
2. Cheesy Broccoli Casserole: Increase the amount of grated low-fat cheddar cheese in the recipe to make it even cheesier and more indulgent.
3. Creamy Broccoli Casserole: Instead of yogurt dressing or coconut milk, use heavy cream or a creamy soup (such as cream of mushroom) for a rich and creamy texture.
4. Spicy Twist: Add some heat by incorporating diced jalapenos or crushed red pepper flakes to the mixture.
5. Herb-Infused Casserole: Experiment with different herbs such as thyme, oregano, or rosemary to enhance the flavors.
6. Grain Addition: Mix in some cooked quinoa, brown rice, or whole wheat pasta to give the casserole a heartier texture.
7. Tofu or Tempeh Option: For a vegetarian or vegan version, substitute the chicken with cubed tofu or tempeh.
8. Asian-Inspired Flavors: Use soy sauce, ginger, and sesame oil in the sauce to give it an Asian twist.
9. Mexican-Inspired Variation: Add some black beans, diced tomatoes, and Mexican spices like cumin and chili powder for a zesty twist.
10. Low-Carb Option: Skip the flax seeds meal and use almond flour or crushed pork rinds as a low-carb alternative.