Description
Comfort meets convenience in this delightful “Baked Potato Chicken and Broccoli Casserole” that brings hearty ingredients together in one satisfying dish. Creamy cheese, tender chicken, and crisp broccoli create a perfect weeknight meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 cups shredded chicken
- 1 cup diced chicken breast
Vegetables:
- 2 cups chopped broccoli florets
- 3 medium baked potatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup diced onions
Dairy and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
Seasoning and Extras:
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Topping:
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish with a light olive oil coating.
- Combine the shredded and diced chicken in a large mixing bowl, ensuring even distribution of meat varieties.
- Sauté the diced onions and minced garlic in olive oil until translucent and fragrant, releasing their aromatic essence.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, sour cream, heavy cream, and milk until smooth and well-integrated.
- Fold the chopped broccoli florets and diced baked potatoes into the chicken mixture, creating a hearty base.
- Pour the creamy egg mixture over the chicken and vegetable blend, gently stirring to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Season the casserole with salt, black pepper, and dried thyme, ensuring a balanced flavor profile throughout.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top, creating a rich and melty layer.
- Combine breadcrumbs and grated parmesan cheese, then evenly distribute across the casserole surface for a crispy golden topping.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and the center is bubbling hot.
- Allow the casserole to rest for 10 minutes before serving, which helps the dish set and makes cutting easier.
Notes
- Customize protein by swapping chicken with turkey, ham, or tofu for varied dietary needs and flavor profiles.
- Reduce calorie content by using Greek yogurt instead of sour cream and switching to low-fat milk options.
- Enhance vegetable nutrition by adding extra vegetables like spinach, cauliflower, or bell peppers for increased fiber and vitamins.
- Create a gluten-free version by replacing breadcrumbs with crushed gluten-free crackers or almond flour for the crispy topping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg