Description
Creamy chicken and broccoli baked potato casserole blends hearty comfort with simple ingredients. Melted cheese and tender chicken create a satisfying meal that nourishes you with wholesome goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Dairy and Creamy Ingredients:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 0.5 cup milk
Seasonings and Oils:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375F (190C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Submerge diced potatoes in salted water, cooking for 8-10 minutes until they yield easily when pierced with a fork. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
- Craft a creamy sauce in a large mixing bowl by whisking together sour cream, milk, garlic, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth and well-combined.
- Gently fold cooked chicken, broccoli florets, and boiled potatoes into the prepared sauce, ensuring each ingredient is evenly coated.
- Carefully transfer the mixed ingredients to the greased baking dish, spreading the mixture into an even layer to promote consistent cooking.
- Generously top the casserole with shredded cheddar cheese, creating a melty, golden blanket across the surface.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, watching for the cheese to melt completely and develop a bubbly, slightly golden appearance.
- After removing from the oven, allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes, which helps the ingredients settle and makes serving easier. Serve piping hot and enjoy the comforting blend of flavors.
Notes
- Optimize potato texture by cutting into uniform, bite-sized cubes for even cooking and better sauce absorption.
- Swap chicken with tofu or chickpeas for a vegetarian version that maintains protein content and dish’s heartiness.
- Reduce fat by using Greek yogurt instead of sour cream and choosing low-fat cheese without compromising flavor intensity.
- Enhance nutrition by adding extra vegetables like spinach or cauliflower to increase vitamin and mineral content.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg