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Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Casserole

Prep time: 15 mins | Bake time: 25–30 mins | Servings: 6


Ingredients

  • The Filling:
    • 3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed.
    • 4 cups fresh or frozen broccoli florets, lightly steamed.
  • The Creamy Sauce:
    • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken or cream of mushroom soup.
    • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt.
    • 1 tsp garlic powder and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  • The Cheese: 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese.
  • The Topping:
    • 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs.
    • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted.
  • Garnish: Freshly chopped parsley or chives.

Instructions

  1. Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Mix: In a large bowl, whisk together the soup, sour cream, garlic powder, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Combine: Fold in the cooked chicken, steamed broccoli, and 1.5 cups of the shredded cheese.
  4. Transfer: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
  5. Add Topping: Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese over the top. Mix the crushed crackers with melted butter and scatter them across the cheese for a crunchy finish.
  6. Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and the cracker topping is perfectly golden brown.
  7. Finish: Garnish with fresh herbs and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.

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