Lunch: Chicken and Broccoli Strata

Recipe by Judy Kim This strata—which is a hybrid quiche-fritatta—is packed with broccoli, chicken, and (the best part) cheesy bread.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Broccoli

Health and fertility benefits of Chicken and Broccoli Strata

Broccoli is one of the non-starchy vegetables that has a very low glycemic index (GI), which is beneficial for reducing blood sugar levels. Broccoli is also a source of DIM (Diindolymethane). Diindolymethane is very effective in reducing the testosterone levels in the body, an action that would automatically curb male dominant features and regulate the estrogen levels in the system.

Ingredients

2 tbsp. butter
1 onion, chopped
4 celery stalks, chopped
kosher salt
Black pepper
1 shredded rotisserie chicken, skin removed
3 c. broccoli florets
1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
6 eggs
2 c. whole milk
5 c. French bread, cut into 1" cubes
3 c. grated Gruyere cheese

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Grease a 2-quart baking dish with 1 tablespoon butter.
Melt remaining butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and celery and cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Add chicken, broccoli, and parsley and combine. In a medium bowl, beat 6 eggs and milk. Set aside.
Spread half the bread cubes on the bottom of the baking dish. Layer chicken mixture evenly over bread cubes and sprinkle with half the cheese, remaining bread, and egg mixture.
Bake until cooked through, about 20 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and bake until cheese is melted and strata is golden, 5 minutes more. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

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