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Baked Potato Chicken & Broccoli Casserole

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This comforting casserole features tender potatoes, shredded chicken, and broccoli bound by a creamy sauce, topped with melty cheddar, making it a perfect weeknight dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced Rotisserie chicken is a great shortcut
  • 3 cups potatoes, small-diced Russets work well; waxy potatoes hold shape
  • 2 cups broccoli florets Bite-sized
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar is classic; mix in Monterey Jack for creaminess
  • 1 cup cream or milk Use whole cream for richness or 2% milk to lighten
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Or melted butter
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch or similarly sized casserole dish.
  2. Par-cook the diced potatoes: bring a pot of salted water to a boil, add the potatoes, and simmer 5–7 minutes until just fork-tender. Drain well.
  3. Alternatively, microwave the diced potatoes in a covered dish for 4–6 minutes.
  4. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the par-cooked potatoes and sauté 4–6 minutes to develop a little color; season lightly with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
  5. Steam or blanch the broccoli florets for 2–3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Shock in cold water to stop cooking, then drain.
  6. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, sautéed potatoes, broccoli, garlic powder, onion powder, cream (or milk), and half the shredded cheese. Mix until evenly coated. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
Baking
  1. Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly over the top.
  2. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the top is golden.
  3. If you like a crustier top, broil on high for 1–2 minutes watching carefully.
  4. Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving so the sauce sets slightly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2g

Notes

Slice the casserole into hearty squares and serve with a crisp green salad or warm crusty bread. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days. You can freeze the cooled casserole for up to 3 months.
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