Chicken Broccoli Bake
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Chicken Broccoli Bake, a creamy and cheesy dish that promises to delight your taste buds while keeping your meal healthy. This recipe features tender chicken and vibrant broccoli enveloped in a rich cheese sauce, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or potlucks. Not only is it quick to prepare—ready in just 35 minutes—but it’s also packed with nutritious ingredients, making it perfect for a low-carb lifestyle. Whether you enjoy it as a standalone dish or paired with your favorite sides, this Chicken Broccoli Bake is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken
- 1/4 cup grated cheese (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9 x 9 baking dish.
- In a large saucepan, steam broccoli florets in about two inches of boiling water for around two minutes until fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and mayonnaise. Add garlic powder, sea salt, pepper, grated cheddar cheese, chopped chicken, and steamed broccoli. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle an additional 1/4 cup of grated cheese on top.
- Bake for 15 minutes, then broil for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Allow the bake to cool slightly before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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