Description
Comfort meets convenience in this hearty Chicken Broccoli Potato Casserole, blending creamy textures with robust flavors. Cheesy layers and wholesome ingredients create a satisfying meal perfect for family dinners you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (500g) chicken breasts, cubed
- 3/4 cup (170g) grated cheddar cheese
Vegetables:
- 12 ounces (350g) baby potatoes, cubed
- 9 ounces (250g) broccoli florets, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1/4 cup pesto
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup milk of choice
Instructions
- Prepare a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C), ensuring optimal cooking environment for the casserole.
- Carefully cube chicken and potatoes into uniform bite-sized pieces, creating consistent cooking texture.
- Dice bell pepper and chop broccoli into small, manageable florets to distribute flavor evenly throughout the dish.
- Select a large casserole dish and layer chicken, potatoes, bell pepper, and broccoli as the foundational mixture.
- Incorporate Greek yogurt, pesto, milk, salt, and pepper, thoroughly mixing ingredients to create a cohesive and creamy sauce.
- Cover the casserole loosely with aluminum foil, preventing excessive moisture loss during initial baking phase.
- Bake for 40-50 minutes, monitoring potato tenderness and ensuring chicken reaches complete internal cooking temperature.
- Remove foil and generously sprinkle cheddar cheese across the casserole’s surface for a rich, melted topping.
- Return uncovered dish to oven, baking an additional 5-6 minutes until cheese transforms into golden, bubbling perfection.
- Allow casserole to rest for 5 minutes after removing from oven, enabling flavors to settle and sauce to slightly thicken.
- Serve immediately while hot, delivering a delectable and comforting meal with harmonious blend of proteins and vegetables.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is fully cooked by checking internal temperature reaches 165°F to prevent foodborne illness.
- Use low-fat Greek yogurt and reduced-fat cheese for a lighter, healthier version of the casserole.
- Swap broccoli with cauliflower or zucchini for variety and different nutritional profiles.
- Add extra herbs like thyme or rosemary for enhanced flavor complexity without increasing calories significantly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 265 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg