Brussels Sprouts Casserole with Chicken and Walnuts

Brussels Sprout Casserole with Chicken and Walnuts, a spectacular healthy dish that can be made on a weeknight and packed for lunches all week!

Ingredients

• 4 cups Brussels sprouts
• 2 chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup walnuts
• 1 Ounce parmesan cheese
• 1 Ounce Cheddar cheese
• 1 cup semi-skimmed milk
• 1 tsp butter
• 1/2 tsp dijon mustard
• 1 tsp plain flour
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tsp vegetable oil
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 390’
2. Cut the chicken into big strips, place it in a bag, the add paprika, salt and pepper and close the bag. Shake it so that the chicken can be coated evenly.
3. Add 1 tsp of vegetable oil to a grill pan and cook the chicken until brown.
4. Bring 5 cups of salty water to the boil and boil the Brussels sprouts for 15 minutes or until they are tender.
5. Drain the water and place them in an ovenproof dish.
6. Add the cooked chicken and grate some parmesan and cheddar cheese on top.
7. Chop the walnuts and scatter them over.
8. In a pan, melt a knob of butter and add the plain flour, mixing well until you get a thick paste.
9. Add the milk and stir continuously until the sauce thickens.
10. Add the dijon mustard and pour the mixture over the sprouts, walnuts and chicken.
11. Grate some more cheese on top.
12. Season well with black pepper and bake in the oven for 15 minutes until the cheese has melted.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving: Calories 334: Total Fat 15g Saturated Fat 9g Cholesterol 69mg Sodium 740mg

Potassium 1031mg Total Carbohydrates 22g Dietary Fiber 6g Sugars 9g Protein 29g

Prep Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Total Time: 40 mins

Author: Daniela Anderson