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Pizza Casserole with Couscous

Irresistibly Easy Pizza Casserole with Couscous Delight

This Pizza Casserole with Couscous is a comforting and nutritious dish perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Comfort Foods
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 cup Moroccan whole wheat couscous Hearty base that adds nutrition.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing veggies.
  • 1 cup Onion, diced Can use red or yellow.
  • 8 ounces Cremini mushrooms Provides umami flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste Essential for pizza taste.
  • 4 cups Baby spinach Nutrient-rich and colorful.
  • 2 cups Cooked chicken Pre-cooked makes it quick.
  • 1 cup Tomato sauce Use vegetable-rich for added nutrition.
  • 2 cups Mozzarella cheese Consider low-sodium varieties.
For Variations
  • 1 cup Tofu or Beans Optional substitute for chicken.
  • Vegetable Toppings Bell peppers, zucchini, or favorites.

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • oven

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Boil water in a pot, then add whole wheat couscous. Remove from heat and let it absorb for about 5 minutes until fluffy.
  2. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish with olive oil.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium. Add diced onions and cremini mushrooms, sautéing for 5-8 minutes until soft.
  4. Stir in tomato paste with your sautéed veggies. Then add baby spinach and cooked chicken, cooking for 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
  5. Spread the cooked couscous evenly into the prepared dish. Pour over the tomato sauce, then layer the sautéed mixture. Top with mozzarella cheese.
  6. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until everything is heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh basil before serving. For a lighter version, consider reduced-fat mozzarella.

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