Cheesy Broccoli Bacon Chicken Casserole
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Broccoli Bacon Chicken Casserole—a rich and creamy dish brimming with hearty flavors and wholesome ingredients! Tender, seasoned chicken breasts, crisp-tender broccoli florets, and crispy bacon are layered under a luscious homemade cheese sauce made with cream cheese, heavy cream, cheddar, and mozzarella. Baked to golden perfection, this one-pan meal is a tantalizing blend of savory and cheesy goodness that will have your family coming back for seconds. With its quick prep time and family-friendly appeal, this casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or as a hearty dish to impress at potlucks. Enjoy it piping hot and pair with a side salad or garlic bread for an irresistible dinner! Keywords: cheesy casserole, broccoli and chicken dinner, bacon recipes, comfort food, one-pan meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 6 slices bacon
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with non-stick spray or a thin layer of olive oil and set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon slices and cook until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet, place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain, and crumble it into small pieces once cooled.
Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. In the same skillet, heat olive oil and cook the chicken breasts on medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and nearly cooked through. Remove from heat and dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
Steam or blanch the broccoli florets for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, heat the cream cheese and heavy cream over low heat, stirring constantly, until smooth and creamy. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese. Once melted, remove from heat.
In the prepared casserole dish, combine the diced chicken, steamed broccoli, and crumbled bacon. Pour the cheese sauce over the top and stir gently to coat everything evenly.
Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheeses over the top of the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden on top.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
713 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.8 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.1 g | 156% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 213 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 1126 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.1 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 43.5 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 563 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 290 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
