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Photo:Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster, Food Stylist Jennifer Wendorf

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Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster, Food Stylist Jennifer Wendorf

There are manyhealthy reasons to enjoy broccoli, but at the end of the day, it’s a downright delicious addition to hearty casseroles. These mains and sides feature the cruciferous vegetable with other tasty ingredients like cheese, chicken and grains. Plus, each recipe is rated with four- and five-stars for being simple but flavorful. Try our Lemon-Garlic Chicken Casserole and Ham and Broccoli Breakfast Casserole for a comforting dish you’ll want to make again and again.

01of 13This Lemon-Garlic Chicken Casserole Is Packed with 33 Grams of ProteinPhotographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster, Food Stylist Jennifer WendorfThis chicken and rice casserole packs in the protein plus offers plenty of fiber from brown rice and broccoli for a well-rounded meal in one pot. Chicken thighs are meaty and tender, but feel free to swap them out for chicken breast if you prefer.View Recipe

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This Lemon-Garlic Chicken Casserole Is Packed with 33 Grams of Protein

This chicken and rice casserole packs in the protein plus offers plenty of fiber from brown rice and broccoli for a well-rounded meal in one pot. Chicken thighs are meaty and tender, but feel free to swap them out for chicken breast if you prefer.

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02of 13Broccoli CasseroleThis lightened-up broccoli casserole is sure to be a hit. Learn how to make this classic side dish healthier.View Recipe

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Broccoli Casserole

Broccoli Casserole

This lightened-up broccoli casserole is sure to be a hit. Learn how to make this classic side dish healthier.

03of 13Broccoli, Cheese & Rice CasseroleDitch the baking dish and make this easy skillet broccoli, cheese and rice casserole. Cooking the casserole in a skillet keeps the flavors and textures fresh–no mushy, sad broccoli! Serve this easy side with baked chicken for a family-pleasing healthy dinner that’s ready in just 30 minutes. It would also be a great addition to your Thanksgiving spread or a party buffet.View Recipe

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Broccoli, Cheese & Rice Casserole

Broccoli, Cheese & rice Casserole

Ditch the baking dish and make this easy skillet broccoli, cheese and rice casserole. Cooking the casserole in a skillet keeps the flavors and textures fresh–no mushy, sad broccoli! Serve this easy side with baked chicken for a family-pleasing healthy dinner that’s ready in just 30 minutes. It would also be a great addition to your Thanksgiving spread or a party buffet.

04of 13Ham and Broccoli Breakfast CasserolePrepare this easy ham and broccoli casserole the evening before, and in the morning just pop it in the oven for a delicious breakfast.View Recipe

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Ham and Broccoli Breakfast Casserole

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Prepare this easy ham and broccoli casserole the evening before, and in the morning just pop it in the oven for a delicious breakfast.

05of 13Broccoli & Quinoa CasserolePhotography / Antonis Achilleos, Styling / Christine Keely, Ali RameeThis broccoli-quinoa casserole makes a hearty vegetarian main dish. As the quinoa absorbs water and cooks, it creates the perfect amount of steam for cooking the broccoli. The broccoli is crisp-tender and adds texture to contrast with the creamy, cheesy quinoa. Swap in tricolor quinoa, if you prefer.View Recipe

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Broccoli & Quinoa Casserole

Photography / Antonis Achilleos, Styling / Christine Keely, Ali Ramee

Broccoli & Quinoa Casserole

This broccoli-quinoa casserole makes a hearty vegetarian main dish. As the quinoa absorbs water and cooks, it creates the perfect amount of steam for cooking the broccoli. The broccoli is crisp-tender and adds texture to contrast with the creamy, cheesy quinoa. Swap in tricolor quinoa, if you prefer.

06of 13Creamy Lemon-Parmesan Chicken CasserolePhotographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Holly RaibikisThis creamy chicken casserole recipe pops with lemon and savory Parmesan cheese. It’s also loaded with vitamin C-packed broccoli. Using whole-wheat orzo ups the fiber content in this healthful and comforting dinner.View Recipe

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Creamy Lemon-Parmesan Chicken Casserole

Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Holly Raibikis

a recipe photo of Creamy Lemon Parmesan Chicken Casserole with Broccoli

This creamy chicken casserole recipe pops with lemon and savory Parmesan cheese. It’s also loaded with vitamin C-packed broccoli. Using whole-wheat orzo ups the fiber content in this healthful and comforting dinner.

07of 13Creamy Broccoli & Mushroom CasseroleWill DickeyThis creamy broccoli and mushroom casserole is as comforting as it gets. A cheesy sauce filled with mushrooms coats tender-crisp broccoli, and a panko breadcrumb topping adds a crispy finish. Serve this crowd-pleasing side with roasted chicken, pork or steak.View Recipe

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Creamy Broccoli & Mushroom Casserole

Will Dickey

Creamy Broccoli-Mushroom Casserole

This creamy broccoli and mushroom casserole is as comforting as it gets. A cheesy sauce filled with mushrooms coats tender-crisp broccoli, and a panko breadcrumb topping adds a crispy finish. Serve this crowd-pleasing side with roasted chicken, pork or steak.

08of 13Loaded Broccoli CasseroleJason DonnellyWe take the traditional loaded baked potato toppings—bacon, Cheddar cheese and sour cream—and toss them with roasted broccoli instead. The result is a cheesy side dish that will have everyone rushing to eat their vegetables.View Recipe

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Loaded Broccoli Casserole

Jason Donnelly

Loaded Broccoli Casserole

We take the traditional loaded baked potato toppings—bacon, Cheddar cheese and sour cream—and toss them with roasted broccoli instead. The result is a cheesy side dish that will have everyone rushing to eat their vegetables.

09of 13Broccoli-Cheddar Spaghetti Squash CasseroleTender strings of spaghetti squash replace pasta in this cheesy gluten-free casserole that’s studded with broccoli. Cheddar cheese melts into a bubbling topping. Serve with roasted chicken or pork or as part of a vegetarian dinner.View Recipe

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Broccoli-Cheddar Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Broccoli-Cheddar Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Tender strings of spaghetti squash replace pasta in this cheesy gluten-free casserole that’s studded with broccoli. Cheddar cheese melts into a bubbling topping. Serve with roasted chicken or pork or as part of a vegetarian dinner.

10of 13Chicken Cordon Bleu CasseroleAll the delicious flavors of your favorite chicken Cordon Bleu—salty ham, melty cheese, tangy mustard—with no tricky assembly required. This healthy comfort food recipe would be perfect for a potluck.View Recipe

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Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

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All the delicious flavors of your favorite chicken Cordon Bleu—salty ham, melty cheese, tangy mustard—with no tricky assembly required. This healthy comfort food recipe would be perfect for a potluck.

11of 13Easy Tuna Noodle CasseroleUse reduced fat soup and fat-free milk to make this favorite casserole lower in fat and calories. Adding a variety of vegetables makes it more nutritious than the traditional recipe.View Recipe

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Easy Tuna Noodle Casserole

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Use reduced fat soup and fat-free milk to make this favorite casserole lower in fat and calories. Adding a variety of vegetables makes it more nutritious than the traditional recipe.

12of 13Low-Carb Broccoli & Cheddar CasseroleThis simple cheesy casserole is comforting while keeping the carbs in check. Serve it alongside roasted chicken or pork.View Recipe

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Low-Carb Broccoli & Cheddar Casserole

Low-Carb Broccoli & Cheddar Casserole

This simple cheesy casserole is comforting while keeping the carbs in check. Serve it alongside roasted chicken or pork.

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Broccoli, Beef & Potato Hotdish

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