Description
Discover the warmth of homemade chicken broccoli casserole, a comforting dish that brings family together. This creamy, cheesy bake combines tender chicken and vibrant broccoli, topped with crunchy breadcrumbs for a delightful texture. Perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also customizable based on your pantry staples. Get ready to indulge in a heartwarming meal that feels like a hug on a chilly night!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook in a skillet over medium heat with olive oil until golden brown and cooked through (6–7 minutes per side). Let rest before dicing.
- Steam broccoli florets until bright green but still crisp (3–4 minutes); set aside.
- In a bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup, garlic powder, half the cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine diced chicken and broccoli in another bowl; pour the sauce over them and stir gently.
- Transfer to the prepared dish, sprinkle remaining cheese and breadcrumbs on top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the casserole (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Customize by swapping broccoli for cauliflower or adding extra cheese for creaminess. For meal prep, assemble ahead of time and refrigerate before baking.