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Chicken Broccoli Bake Recipe

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Enjoy a tasty Chicken Broccoli Bake with tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and a creamy cheese sauce. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for family dinners or potlucks, and can be enhanced with optional ingredients like bacon and mushrooms.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Optional Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
  • 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the condensed cream of chicken soup, sour cream, mayonnaise, milk, Parmesan cheese, dried thyme, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  • Add the cooked chicken, broccoli florets, finely chopped onion, and minced garlic to the bowl. Stir until everything is well coated with the sauce.
  • Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
  • In a small bowl, mix the bread crumbs with the melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole.
  • Top with shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • You can use frozen broccoli, but make sure to thaw and drain it well before using.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.

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