Description
Hearty “Baked Potato Chicken and Broccoli Casserole” combines comfort food classics into one delightful dish. Creamy cheese sauce, tender chicken, and crisp broccoli meld perfectly, promising a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 large russet potatoes, diced
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
Dairy Ingredients:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk (120 milliliters)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 375°F and generously coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- Submerge potatoes in boiling water and cook for 6 minutes until fork-tender but not fully soft. Drain thoroughly and arrange as a single layer in the prepared dish.
- Whisk together sour cream, milk, and seasonings until smooth, creating a creamy base for the casserole.
- Gently fold diced chicken and chopped broccoli florets into the cream mixture, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Carefully spread the chicken-broccoli blend over the potato layer, creating an even, consistent coverage.
- Liberally scatter shredded cheddar and grated Parmesan across the entire surface, ensuring complete top coverage.
- Transfer the casserole to the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 22-27 minutes, watching for golden-brown cheese and bubbling edges.
- Remove from oven and allow the casserole to rest for 4-5 minutes, which helps the dish set and makes serving easier.
Notes
- Ensure potatoes are parboiled to maintain a perfect texture and prevent mushiness during baking.
- Opt for Greek yogurt instead of sour cream to reduce calories and increase protein content for a healthier version.
- Cut chicken and broccoli into uniform bite-sized pieces for even cooking and consistent flavor distribution.
- Consider adding crispy bacon bits or breadcrumbs on top for extra crunch and flavor complexity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg