Description

This Cheddar Chicken Broccoli Bake is a hearty and comforting dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. With tender chicken, nutritious broccoli, and creamy cheddar cheese, it delivers a deliciously satisfying meal in one hearty bake.

Ingredients

Scale

2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted (optional
for topping)
1/2 teaspoon ground paprika
1/2 cup dairy milk
2 cups pre-cooked chicken either chopped or shredded
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 cups rice cooked (white or brown)
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
1/2 cup breadcrumbs optional
for topping
2 cups broccoli florets lightly steamed (fresh or thawed from frozen)
1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic powder
1 can approximately 10.5 oz / 300 g condensed cream of chicken soup
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese grated and separated
1/2 teaspoon salt adjust as desired

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, shredded chicken, steamed broccoli, Greek yogurt, dairy milk, cream of chicken soup, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until everything is well incorporated.
Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
Top with 1 cup of grated cheddar cheese, followed by the breadcrumbs if using. Drizzle melted butter over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

Feel free to customize this dish by adding other vegetables or using a different type of cheese. This bake can also be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner, Casserole, Main Course
Method: baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 480 kcal
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 850 mg
Fat: 21 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0.3 g
Carbohydrates: 45 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 30 g
Cholesterol: 80 mg

Keywords: Cheddar Chicken Broccoli Bake, chicken casserole, cheesy chicken bake, broccoli bake