Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of a Chicken Broccoli Casserole, perfect for chilly evenings. This creamy dish combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a cheesy topping that creates a delightful crunch. Easy to prepare, it’s the ultimate weeknight dinner that not only satisfies your taste buds but also brings back fond family memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown (about 6-7 minutes per side). Cube once cooked.
- Steam broccoli until bright green and crisp (approximately 3-4 minutes), then drain well.
- In a bowl, mix cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, onion powder, and half of the cheddar cheese until smooth.
- Combine chicken cubes, steamed broccoli, and sauce mixture in a large bowl until well-coated.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish; top with remaining cheddar cheese and sprinkle with panko breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbling and golden on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg