Description
Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Bake is a low-carb, creamy oven casserole made with shredded chicken, steamed broccoli, and a rich cheese mixture, baked until golden and bubbly for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed or blanched
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F) and grease a baking dish.
- Mix shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, cream cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until creamy.
- Spread steamed broccoli evenly in the baking dish.
- Add chicken mixture on top and gently combine with broccoli.
- Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Drain broccoli well to avoid excess moisture.
- Rotisserie chicken can be used for convenience.
- Add extra vegetables like cauliflower or spinach if desired.
- Use different cheeses for varied flavor.
- Best served warm and fresh from the oven.
- Prep Time: 10–15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 590 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg
