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Indulge in a delectable culinary journey with our versatile Chicken Broccoli Bake recipe. This dish offers a symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas that will tantalize your taste buds. With tender chicken, crisp-tender broccoli florets, a creamy sauce, and a golden-brown crust, this casserole is a feast for the senses. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe provides clear step-by-step instructions, ensuring a seamless cooking experience.

This article presents not only one but two tantalizing variations of the Chicken Broccoli Bake recipe. The classic version features a luscious cream of mushroom soup and a blend of cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, resulting in a rich and comforting casserole. For those seeking a healthier twist, the lightened-up version swaps out the cream of mushroom soup for Greek yogurt and reduced-fat cheese, creating a guilt-free indulgence.

Each variation offers its unique charm, catering to diverse preferences and dietary needs. Whether you crave the classic creamy rendition or prefer a healthier alternative, this article has you covered. Dive into the flavors of the Chicken Broccoli Bake and prepare to delight your family and friends with this irresistible dish.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CHEESY CHICKEN BROCCOLI BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Bake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: long grain rice, black pepper, onion powder, cream of chicken, shredded cheddar cheese, broccoli, chicken broth, cheddar cheese

Provided by Hitomi Aihara

Categories     Dinner

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup long grain rice
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 can cream of chicken
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups broccoli, diced
1 ½ cups chicken broth
cheddar cheese, for topping

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a casserole dish, combine rice, pepper, onion powder, cream of chicken, cheese, broccoli, and chicken stock. Mix until everything is combined.
  • Lay chicken on top of the rice mixture. Space evenly.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 50 minutes.
  • Take off cover and top the chicken with more cheese. Bake uncovered for another 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 875 calories, Carbohydrate 99 grams, Fat 39 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 30 grams, Sugar 7 grams

CHICKEN PARM BAKE WITH ROASTED BROCCOLI RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken Parm Bake With Roasted Broccoli Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless chicken breasts, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried basil, spaghetti, marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese, shredded parmesan cheese, italian bread crumbs, broccoli florets, olive oil, salt, pepper

Provided by Hannah Williams

Categories     Dinner

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 boneless chicken breasts, skinless
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 tablespoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons dried basil
½ lb spaghetti, cooked al dente
4 cups marinara sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup shredded parmesan cheese
1 cup italian bread crumbs
4 cups broccoli florets
¼ cup olive oil
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Season both sides of chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and basil.
  • Sear in an oiled pan over high heat until the outside is brown and crisp, about 5 minutes per side.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Transfer chicken to a cutting board and dice.
  • Place spaghetti in a greased 9x13 (23x32 cm) glass baking dish. Spread 2 cups (510g) of marinara over spaghetti.
  • Layer on the chicken, remaining marinara, mozzarella, parmesan, and bread crumbs. Bake for 35 minutes.
  • In a bowl, combine broccoli, oil, salt, and pepper. Place on a baking sheet, and bake 15 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 635 calories, Carbohydrate 54 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 55 grams, Sugar 7 grams

CHICKEN BROCCOLI BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken Broccoli Bake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breasts, broccolis, garlic powder, lemon herb, mayonnaise, cream of mushroom soup, parmesan cheese, lemon juice, rotini pasta

Provided by Anna Ward

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 broccolis, cut into florests
garlic powder, to taste
lemon herb, to taste
1 cup mayonnaise
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 lemon juice, juiced
1 box rotini pasta

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°. Spray a 9x13 inch (22x33 cm) pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Cook the pasta according to package directions.
  • Cut up the broccoli and place in the bottom of the pan. Lay the chicken on top of broccoli. Season the chicken with garlic powder and lemon herb seasoning.
  • Mix together the mayonnaise, cream of mushroom soup, Parmesan and lemon juice. Pour the mixture over the chicken and broccoli. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then remove foil and cook for another 25 minutes or until cheese is melted and sauce is bubbling.
  • Serve over pasta and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 937 calories, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 61 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 62 grams, Sugar 3 grams

BROCCOLI CHEDDAR CHICKEN PASTA BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Pasta Bake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: unsalted butter, all purpose flour, half & half, kosher salt, onion powder, ground black pepper, ground nutmeg, celery salt, shredded mozzarella cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, Kroger® Brand Frozen Broccoli Florets, Kroger® Brand Grilled Chicken Breast Dices, Kroger® Brand 100% Whole Grain Salad Rotini Pasta, Kroger® Brand Italian Herb Focaccia

Provided by Kroger

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ tablespoon unsalted butter
1 ½ tablespoons all purpose flour
32 oz half & half
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
1 ½ tablespoons onion powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon celery salt
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 ¾ cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 cups Kroger® Brand Frozen Broccoli Florets, frozen, thawed, divided
1 ¾ cups Kroger® Brand Grilled Chicken Breast Dices, divided
1 box Kroger® Brand 100% Whole Grain Salad Rotini Pasta, cooked according to package instructions
Kroger® Brand Italian Herb Focaccia, baked according to package instructions, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler to high.
  • Melt the butter in a medium pot over medium-high heat. Whisk in the flour until fully incorporated, then toast for about 30 seconds, or until slightly darkened in color.
  • Add the half-and-half and whisk until the flour mixture has completely dissolved. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 3-4 minutes, or until the liquid has thickened lightly.
  • Stir in the kosher salt, onion powder, black pepper, nutmeg, and celery salt. Add the shredded mozzarella and 1 cup of the shredded cheddar, and whisk until completely melted and smooth, 2-3 minutes.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and fold in 1½ cups Kroger® Brand Frozen Broccoli Florets, 1¼ cups Kroger® Brand Grilled Chicken Breast Dices, and the cooked Kroger® Brand 100% Whole Grain Salad Rotini Pasta.
  • Transfer the pasta to an 8"x13" baking dish and spread in an even layer. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup Kroger® Brand Frozen Broccoli Florets, remaining ½ cup Kroger® Brand Grilled Chicken Breast Dices, and remaining ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  • Place the dish under the broiler for 3-6 minutes, or until the cheese on top has melted and is lightly browned and crispy.
  • Serve immediately with Kroger® Brand Italian Herb Focaccia.
  • Enjoy!

CHEESY CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



Cheesy Chicken And Broccoli Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, chicken breasts, salt, pepper, yellow onion, garlic, chicken broth, water, pasta shells, broccoli, cayenne powder, nutmeg, milk, shredded cheddar cheese

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch (2cm) pieces
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
½ cup yellow onion, about half an onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, about 1 tablespoon, minced
2 cups chicken broth
3 cups water
16 oz pasta shells
4 cups broccoli, or one head of broccoli
½ teaspoon cayenne powder
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil on medium heat in a large pot. Add chicken breasts, season with salt and pepper, and allow the chicken to brown on one side.
  • Flip chicken, then add onions and garlic as the second side browns.
  • Once the chicken has browned on both sides, add chicken broth, water, and pasta to the pot.
  • Stir all ingredients, cover the pot with a lid, and bring to a boil. When it begins to boil, uncover and stir. Bring the heat to low, stir, then cover and let simmer for 20 minutes.
  • After 20 minutes has passed, uncover and add in the broccoli. Stir continually as the broccoli steams until the rest of the liquid evaporates.
  • Add milk and cheddar cheese and stir until the cheese melts and you have a smooth cheese sauce.
  • Add salt and pepper (to taste), cayenne, and nutmeg. Stir once more, then you're ready to serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1318 calories, Carbohydrate 133 grams, Fat 60 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 57 grams, Sugar 14 grams

CONTEST-WINNING BROCCOLI CHICKEN CASSEROLE



Contest-Winning Broccoli Chicken Casserole image

This delicious chicken and broccoli casserole recipe is a twist on chicken divan that came from an old boss. It's quick, satisfying comfort food. -Jennifer Schlachter, Big Rock, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (6 ounces) chicken stuffing mix
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup frozen broccoli florets, thawed
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed broccoli cheese soup, undiluted
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare stuffing mix according to package directions, using only 1-1/2 cups water., In large bowl, combine chicken, broccoli and soup; transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Top with stuffing; sprinkle with cheese. Bake, covered, 20 minutes. Uncover; bake until heated through, 10-15 minutes longer. Freeze option: Transfer individual portions of cooled casserole to freezer containers; freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Transfer to a microwave-safe dish and microwave, covered, on high until a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 1025mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

GRANDMA'S CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI CASSEROLE



Grandma's Chicken and Broccoli Casserole image

This grandma's chicken and broccoli casserole is easy, creamy, and delicious. Always a crowd-pleaser!

Provided by jessleelalynn

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup butter
1 cup frozen chopped onions, thawed
3 stalks celery, chopped
1 (12 ounce) package frozen broccoli florets, thawed
4 large cooked chicken breasts, shredded
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
6 ounces processed cheese sauce (such as Cheez Whiz®)
1 cup uncooked instant rice (such as Minute®)
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and celery and saute until tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Chop broccoli florets into smaller pieces and transfer to a large bowl. Add shredded chicken, condensed soup, cheese sauce, uncooked rice, water, and sauteed vegetables. Mix thoroughly and transfer to the prepared casserole dish.
  • Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.9 calories, Carbohydrate 24.7 g, Cholesterol 137.7 mg, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 42.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 950.8 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

CHICKEN BROCCOLI BAKE



Chicken Broccoli Bake image

My husband claims to not like broccoli but has second helpings whenever I serve this casserole. Lemon bars are a great dessert to finish the meal.-Kristin Zanetti, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 packages (6.2 ounces each) broccoli au gratin rice mix
2-1/4 cups water
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 to 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
4 cups frozen broccoli florets, thawed
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, evenly spread rice from rice packages. In a bowl, combine the water, soup, mustard and contents of sauce packets from the rice; pour half over rice. Layer with chicken and broccoli. Pour remaining sauce over top. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30-40 minutes or until chicken juices run clear and rice is tender. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts :

BROCCOLI CHICKEN BAKE



Broccoli Chicken Bake image

Get the benefits of broccoli while enjoying a guilt-free casserole. Phyllis Schmalz of Kansas City, Kansas shares this satisfying and simple-to-prepare dish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups uncooked egg noodles
1 medium onion, chopped
4 teaspoons butter
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup fat-free milk
3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick saucepan over medium heat, cook onion in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually stir in broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. , Remove from the heat. Drain noodles; place in a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Stir in 1 cup sauce. Layer with the chicken, broccoli and remaining sauce., Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 601mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use fresh broccoli: Fresh broccoli florets provide a crisp texture and vibrant green color to the dish.
  • Tenderize your chicken: To ensure your chicken is tender and juicy, use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound it to an even thickness. This helps the chicken cook evenly and reduces the risk of overcooking.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When browning the chicken, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly and will result in steamed chicken rather than browned chicken.
  • Make a creamy sauce: The creamy sauce in this recipe is made with a combination of cream of chicken soup, milk, and sour cream. You can adjust the amount of each ingredient to achieve the desired consistency and flavor.
  • Use a variety of cheeses: The combination of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses in this recipe provides a delicious and flavorful topping. You can experiment with different types of cheeses to create your own unique flavor combinations.
  • Bake until golden brown: Bake the casserole until the top is golden brown and bubbly. This ensures that the chicken and vegetables are cooked through and that the cheese is melted and gooey.

Conclusion:

Chicken Broccoli Bake is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. With its tender chicken, crisp-tender broccoli, creamy sauce, and cheesy topping, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next family gathering or potluck. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal that's packed with flavor, give Chicken Broccoli Bake a try!

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