Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Baked Potato Casserole. This heartwarming dish combines succulent chicken, vibrant broccoli, and creamy cheese all nestled in fluffy russet potatoes. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknights, it guarantees to please even the pickiest eaters. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, it’s a delicious way to sneak in some veggies while enjoying a satisfying meal that feels like a warm hug!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 4 large russet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a large baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Wash, peel, and cube the russet potatoes. Boil in salted water for 10-12 minutes until fork-tender.
- In a skillet, cook diced chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper over medium heat for about 7-10 minutes until golden brown.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, boiled potatoes, fresh broccoli florets, shredded cheese, garlic powder, and heavy cream. Stir gently until well mixed.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until bubbling and golden brown.
- Allow cooling for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg