Chicken and Vegetable Casserole with Cheese

This Chicken and Vegetable Casserole with Cheese is a comforting and hearty dish, perfect for a cozy dinner. Packed with tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and topped with a rich layer of melted cheese, it's a delightful combination that will satisfy your taste buds.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 200 grams, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Onion - 1 small, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Dried oregano - 1/2 teaspoon
• Dried thyme - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cream of mushroom soup - 1 cup
• Shredded mozzarella cheese - 100 grams
• Fresh parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onions and garlic until translucent.
3. Add the diced chicken to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in the zucchini, carrot, and bell pepper, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5. Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, oregano, and thyme.
6. In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken and vegetable mixture with the cream of mushroom soup and half of the mozzarella cheese.
7. Transfer the mixture to a small baking dish, spreading it evenly.
8. Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
10. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 85 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the chicken, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables, promoting overall health.

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