Savory Bruschetta Chicken Casserole
This Savory Bruschetta Chicken Casserole is a delightful one-dish meal that combines tender chicken pieces, aromatic herbs, and gooey melted mozzarella atop a flavorful layer of seasoned tomatoes and stuffing. It's perfect for busy weeknights when you crave comfort food without the fuss. At just 5.5 Weight Watchers points per serving, this dish is both delicious and diet-friendly. Serve it alongside a crisp salad or steamed green beans for a complete and satisfying meal that will please everyone at the table.
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Servings
110
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 (cut into bite-sized pieces)
garlic cloves
2 (minced)
onion
1 (chopped)
dried basil
1 teaspoon (none)
dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon (none)
black pepper
1/8 teaspoon (none)
mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup (shredded)
diced tomatoes
1 (28 ounce) can (undrained)
chicken stuffing mix
1 (6 ounce) package (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the bite-sized chicken pieces with the minced garlic, chopped onion, dried basil, dried oregano, and black pepper. Cook until the chicken is lightly browned and fragrant, but not fully cooked.
3
Transfer the sautéed chicken mixture into a large casserole dish and evenly sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
4
In a separate mixing bowl, combine the undrained diced tomatoes and chicken stuffing mix, stirring until the stuffing mix is well moistened by the tomatoes.
5
Carefully spread the moist stuffing and tomato mixture over the chicken and cheese in the casserole dish, ensuring it covers the chicken evenly.
6
Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the casserole is bubbling.
Nutrition Information
8.5g
Carbs
9.5g
Protein
1g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Bruschetta Chicken Casserole?
It is a one-dish meal combining tender chicken pieces, aromatic herbs, melted mozzarella, seasoned tomatoes, and stuffing.
How many calories are in a serving of this casserole?
There are 110 calories per serving.
What are the Weight Watchers points for this recipe?
This dish is approximately 5.5 Weight Watchers points per serving.
At what temperature should the oven be preheated?
The oven should be preheated to 400°F (200°C).
How long does the casserole need to bake?
The casserole should bake for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and it is bubbling.
Should I fully cook the chicken before putting it in the casserole dish?
No, you should sauté the chicken until it is lightly browned and fragrant, but not fully cooked, before baking.
Should the diced tomatoes be drained?
No, the tomatoes should be used undrained as the liquid helps moisten the stuffing mix.
What type of cheese is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
How much chicken is required?
The recipe requires 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces.
What size can of diced tomatoes is needed?
You will need one 28-ounce can of diced tomatoes.
What kind of stuffing mix is used?
A 6-ounce package of chicken stuffing mix is used for this recipe.
What seasonings are added to the chicken?
The chicken is seasoned with minced garlic, chopped onion, dried basil, dried oregano, and black pepper.
How many grams of protein are in each serving?
There are 9.5g of protein per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content?
There are 8.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
Does this recipe contain fiber?
Yes, it contains 1g of fiber per serving.
How many garlic cloves are used?
The recipe calls for 2 minced garlic cloves.
Is this considered a healthy dinner?
Yes, it is tagged as a healthy dinner and is diet-friendly.
What are some recommended side dishes?
It is recommended to serve this alongside a crisp salad or steamed green beans.
How do I prepare the stuffing layer?
In a separate bowl, combine the undrained tomatoes and stuffing mix, stirring until moistened, then spread it over the chicken and cheese.
What type of meal is this categorized as?
It is categorized as a one-dish meal and a comfort food casserole.
How many ingredients are in this recipe total?
There are 9 ingredients in total.
What are the primary herbs used?
The primary herbs used are dried basil and dried oregano.
How should the chicken be cut?
The chicken should be cut into bite-sized pieces.
When do I add the cheese to the casserole?
The shredded mozzarella should be sprinkled over the sautéed chicken mixture once it has been transferred to the casserole dish.
Is this a fast recipe to prepare?
Yes, it is described as a recipe for busy weeknights when you want comfort food without the fuss.
How much onion is needed?
The recipe requires 1 chopped onion.
How much dried basil is used?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of dried basil.
How much dried oregano is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano.
What is the sodium content?
The sodium content is not specified in the provided data.
What makes this dish savory?
The combination of garlic, onion, herbs, and chicken stuffing creates a savory flavor profile.