Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Bake: Easy Healthy Dinner Delight
This Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Bake pairs tender chicken and vibrant broccoli with creamy cheese for an easy, healthy dinner.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal
Equipment
- large pot
- Oven
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
For the Casserole
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with canola oil or butter.
- 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
- 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Chopped.
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 2 cups Cooked, Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken works well.
- 1 cup Chicken Broth Can substitute with vegetable broth.
- 1 cup Heavy Cream Or half-and-half.
- 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Can substitute with mozzarella.
- 1 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning Adjust to taste.
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Optional.
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- ¼ cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, optional.
Instructions
How to Make Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Bake
- Begin by heating olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, allowing it to shimmer.
- Add finely chopped onions, red bell peppers, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle in Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika, stirring for about a minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the cooked, shredded chicken, mixing well.
- Lower the heat and blend in the heavy cream until fully incorporated.
- Toss in the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until it melts completely.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Perfect for busy weeknights and customizable with your choice of vegetables or cheese.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 130mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 700IU | Vitamin C: 60mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 3mg