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Chicken and Broccoli Bake

A comforting, cheesy chicken and broccoli casserole that's quick to assemble and perfect for family meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 8 servings

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking dish
  • Large pot (for boiling chicken or broccoli)
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cooking spray

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken breast halves chicken (about 2–3 cups cooked chicken if you already have some)
  • 1 1/2 pounds broccoli florets cooked until tender-crisp
  • 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup 1 can
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup salad dressing such as Miracle Whip
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese grated
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 tablespoons butter cut into small pieces

Instructions
 

  • If you don't have cooked chicken, place the 4 chicken breast halves in a large pot, cover with water, and simmer for 20–30 minutes until cooked through; drain and shred or slice into bite-sized pieces.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9x9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Place the cooked broccoli florets in the bottom of the prepared baking dish and arrange the cooked chicken pieces on top of the broccoli.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, milk, mayonnaise, salad dressing, grated cheddar cheese, and lemon juice; stir until smooth.
  • Spread the soup-and-cheese mixture evenly over the chicken and broccoli in the baking dish.
  • Sprinkle the bread crumbs and grated Parmesan evenly over the top, then dot with the 2 tablespoons of butter.
  • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes, until the topping is golden and the casserole is heated through.

Notes

  • Source: slightly adapted from The Lion House Cookbook.