Easy Chicken Broccoli Casserole
A comforting and delicious Chicken Broccoli Casserole made with tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a creamy sauce topped with cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 3 cups boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and diced
- 2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen broccoli cuts, cooked and drained
- 2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) 98% fat-free cream of chicken soup
- 3/4 cup non-fat evaporated milk
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup Italian-flavored dry bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease your 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Cook the frozen broccoli until it’s tender and then drain any excess liquid.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine your cooked and diced chicken with the tender broccoli.
- In another bowl, blend together the cream of chicken soup, evaporated milk, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Pour the creamy mixture over the diced chicken and broccoli, stirring until well incorporated.
- Transfer this combination into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- In a separate bowl, mix the Italian bread crumbs and grated Parmesan cheese, then sprinkle over the cheese layer.
- Lightly spray the top with cooking spray to enhance browning.
- Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
Notes
Allow the casserole to sit for a few minutes after baking to set before serving. Consider adding chopped onions or bell peppers for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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