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    Home » Main Dish Recipes » Casserole Recipes

    Chicken Quinoa Casserole

    5 from 1 vote
    Posted July 29, 2016 (last updated September 28, 2017) by Wendy Polisi

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    This Chicken Quinoa Casserole is a healthier alternative to Chicken & Rice. With chicken, quinoa and a homemade cream of celery soup, you've got a delicious casserole that the whole family will love. This is a great quinoa recipe to introduce your kids to quinoa!Chicken Quinoa Casserole

    How is your summer going?

    It has been sweltering here and thought it certainly feels like summer, I can't say that I've been enjoying traditional summer things. When you live in warm climates, summer becomes how I imagine winter for those up north. You just sort of deal with it and know that better times are coming soon.

    I'm looking forward to days by the pool and grilling out when September rolls around.

    Still, there is something I'm doing that has made me so happy. I've started "dating" the boys.

    Chicken Quinoa Casserole
    Recently I realized that since Skye came along, they weren't getting enough of my attention. Of course, I'm with them all the time. But when Skye is there she demands her Mama's full focus.

    So a few weeks back, I had a conversation with them and asked if they would like to have a special day out once a week. They responded with such enthusiasm that it blew me away.

    We've done this several times, and each time I'm amazed at how happy it makes us all. I feel like I'm connecting with them, and that connection extends out to the rest of the week. I love taking them to nicer restaurants (that I'd never take Skye to) and enjoying a meal with real conversation and not worrying about eating fast before a fit starts.

    It is one of the best traditions I've ever started for our family.

    What are things you've done that have positively impacted your relationship with your children?

    Another great tradition is dinnertime. This Chicken Quinoa Casserole is one I've been making for several years! It is kid-friendly and so easy to put together. If you are short on time, you could use canned cream of celery soup.

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    5 from 1 vote

    Chicken & Quinoa Casserole

    This Chicken Quinoa Casserole is a healthier alternative to Chicken & Rice. With chicken, quinoa and a homemade cream of celery soup, you've got a delicious casserole that the whole family will love. This is a great quinoa recipe to introduce your kids to quinoa!
    Prep Time15 mins
    Cook Time40 mins
    Total Time55 mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American, Gluten Free, Healthy
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 301kcal
    Author: Wendy Polisi

    Ingredients

    • Olive oil spray
    • 2 onions chopped
    • 4 celery ribs chopped
    • 4 cups cooked quinoa
    • 5 cups chopped cooked chicken or Beyond Meat Chicken Strips
    • 3 cups cream of celery soup I used this recipe
    • 16 ounces Greek yogurt or sour cream
    • 1 cup milk
    • 1 teaspoon sea salt
    • ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
    • ½ cup gluten free breadcrumbs

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 3 quart casserole dish with olive oil.
    • Spray a skillet with olive oil and heat to medium. Add onion and celery and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, until tender. Transfer to a large bowl and add quinoa and chicken. Toss well to combine.
    • In a medium bowl whisk together cream of celery soup, yogurt, milk, sea salt and pepper. Add to quinoa and chicken mixture and toss well to combine. Transfer to prepared baking dish and top with breadcrumbs. Bake for 30 minutes or until bubbly.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 301kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 871mg | Potassium: 579mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 415IU | Vitamin C: 3.2mg | Calcium: 159mg | Iron: 2.1mg

     

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    Casserole RecipesChicken RecipesGluten Free RecipesMain Dish RecipesQuinoa Recipes

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    Hi, I’m Wendy! I’m a cook, 5 time cookbook author, blogger, natural health enthusiast…and most importantly a mom. My boys are 16 & 17 and my late life princess is 9.

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    1. Rebecca L

      March 15, 2016 at 11:58 pm

      Do you know where the cream of celery recipe is? It looks like there used to be a link, but it's gone now. TY

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      • Wendy Polisi

        March 18, 2016 at 12:48 pm

        Sorry about that! I just added it back.

        Reply
    2. Karen Yannacio Morse

      July 29, 2016 at 9:30 pm

      5 stars
      Yum and yum and I'll be over for dinner soon! haha... Wondering if you could substitute the quinoa for cous-cous? I'm more of a fan of that... but it might not work. Would love your thoughts!
      Karen | GlamKaren.com

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      • Wendy Polisi

        July 29, 2016 at 9:33 pm

        Thanks so much Karen! Yes, you could sub in couscous or even rice!

        *Wendy Polisi*

        *https://wendypolisi.com *

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    3. Terri Steffes

      July 29, 2016 at 11:05 pm

      I would have to say that going to historical places and talking about what it was like back then has now turned into a must for every family vacation. We also love reading the same books!

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        July 29, 2016 at 11:08 pm

        I absolutely love that idea Terri! Thanks so much for sharing.

        *Wendy Polisi*

        *https://wendypolisi.com *

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    4. Rebecca Bryant

      July 30, 2016 at 2:26 am

      what a delicious way to use Quinoa. I have be eating quinoa for a week now and am loving it.

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        July 30, 2016 at 6:00 pm

        Thanks Rebecca! I think there over 600 quinoa recipes on the website, so I'm here for you if you need some inspiration. 🙂

        Reply
    5. Karon Warren

      July 30, 2016 at 4:51 am

      I'm all about one-dish dinners, and this looks yummy. Now if I can just get my kids to eat it AND like it.

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      • Wendy Polisi

        July 30, 2016 at 5:58 pm

        The struggle is real with my kids too!

        Reply
    6. PennyPincherJenny

      July 30, 2016 at 5:44 am

      This looks soooo good!! I am always looking for new casserole's even better that it includes quinoa. Pinning this for later!

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      • Wendy Polisi

        July 30, 2016 at 5:58 pm

        Thanks so much Jenny!

        Reply
    7. Swanky Recipes

      July 30, 2016 at 5:51 am

      I've been seeing these photos everywhere today and just had to stop by to comment on this delicious chicken and quinoa casserole. The family loves loves loves quinoa and I can't wait to make this recipe!

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        July 30, 2016 at 5:57 pm

        Thanks so much! Hope you enjoy it as much as we did!

        Reply
    8. Wendy Polisi

      July 30, 2016 at 6:00 pm

      Thanks Robin!

      Reply
    9. jillconyers

      July 30, 2016 at 10:43 pm

      This looks delicious. How well do you think it would work with chickpeas to make it vegetarian/ Yummy I bet.

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        August 01, 2016 at 3:33 pm

        I would bet that would be good. Tempeh would also be good if you tolerate soy.

        Reply
    10. Ana De Jesus

      July 31, 2016 at 1:48 pm

      The cream of celery soup looks delicious and quinoa is a great ingredient to add to a casserole too. Need to pin this x

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        August 01, 2016 at 3:30 pm

        I always keep that soup on hand in the freezer! It is so useful.

        Reply
    11. Ana Marino

      July 31, 2016 at 10:35 pm

      I love quinoa! I switch my pic for quinoa about a year and half ago. It certainly is a change, but I love it now. My mom always makes chicken and quinoa, and she adds tons of vegetable to it! like carrots and broccoli

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      • Wendy Polisi

        August 01, 2016 at 3:30 pm

        We love it too Ana!

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    12. Yvonne Lo

      August 01, 2016 at 5:17 am

      This looks like such a fun, healthy and more importantly delicious alternative to the rice version! Thank you for sharing!

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        August 01, 2016 at 3:29 pm

        Thanks so much Yvonne!

        Reply
    13. Shirley Eliza Martinez

      August 08, 2016 at 3:07 pm

      Chicken Quinoa! Yummy. I'd love to try this recipe and it's so healthy. Hopefully my kid would eat it too.

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        August 10, 2016 at 1:50 pm

        We never know with kids, do we? Let me know if you try it Shirley.

        Reply
    14. Arin Agase | Heart of Chic

      August 08, 2016 at 3:51 pm

      This looks so incredibly delicious! I just love an easy, healthy recipe that will double as leftovers for the work week! Yum!

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        August 10, 2016 at 1:49 pm

        Thanks so much! I absolutely love having leftovers too.

        Reply

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