Magnesium-Rich Chicken & Quinoa Power Casserole

A comforting, nutrient-packed casserole that’s as wholesome as it is delicious! This easy Magnesium-Rich Chicken & Quinoa Power Casserole combines lean chicken breast, fluffy quinoa, mozzarella, and a rainbow of vegetables—like sweet red bell pepper, zucchini, and spinach—for a balanced, satisfying meal. It’s topped with crunchy pumpkin seeds for extra magnesium and other essential nutrients. With zero common allergens and irritants hidden inside, this recipe is carefully crafted to support your health while making mealtime stress-free. Enjoy a one-dish dinner that’s packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, all ready in under 35 minutes and perfect for busy weeknights.

Overview

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

30 min

Total Time

45 min

Yield

4 servings

Serving Size

1 cup (400 grams)

Quinoa

Rinsed

Recommended Brand: Bob's Red Mill

3/4 cup

Chicken breast

Boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized cubes

1 pound

Low-sodium chicken broth

No added flavors or vinegar

1.5 cups

Red bell pepper

Diced, from sweet variety only

1 cup

Zucchini

Diced

1 cup

Baby spinach

Lightly packed, roughly chopped

2 cups

Plain Greek yogurt

2% or whole milk, for creaminess

Recommended Brand: FAGE

1/2 cup

Part-skim mozzarella cheese

Shredded

1/2 cup

Pumpkin seeds (pepitas)

Toasted for garnish, boosts magnesium

1/4 cup

Olive oil

1 tablespoon

Yellow onion

Finely diced

1 small

Garlic

Minced

2 cloves

Fresh parsley

Chopped

1/4 cup

Oregano

Dried or 1 tablespoon fresh, finely chopped

1 teaspoon

Black pepper

Freshly ground

1/4 teaspoon

Sea salt

1/2 teaspoon (or to taste)

Steps

 
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Nutrition Facts

Calories per Serving

345

Total Fat

11g

Saturated Fat

3g

Trans Fat

0g

Monounsaturated Fat

5g

Polyunsaturated Fat

2g

Cholesterol

65mg

Sodium

430mg

Total Carbohydrates

31g

Dietary Fiber

5g

Soluble Fiber

2g

Insoluble Fiber

3g

Total Sugars

5g

Added Sugars

0g

Sugar Alcohols

0g

Protein

32g

Calcium

180mg

Iron

2.7mg

Potassium

910mg

Vitamin A

1500mcg

Vitamin C

55mg

Phosphorus

330mg

This recipe was crafted to avoid the following ingredients:
Lemon
Lime
Orange
Grapefruit
Pineapple
Cranberries
Pomegranate
Sour cherries
Citrus juice
Citrus zest
Tomato
Marinara
Ketchup
Vinegar
Soy sauce
Teriyaki sauce
Worcestershire sauce
Hot sauce
Mustard & Mustard Seed
Chili paste
Chili powder
Cayenne
Paprika
Red pepper flakes
Wasabi
Horseradish
Coffee
Wheat
Aspartame
Sucralose
Saccharin
MSG