Description
Rich, cheesy broccoli chicken casserole delivers comfort straight from grandma’s kitchen. Hearty ingredients blend seamlessly, promising a delightful meal you’ll savor to the last comforting bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 5–6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Carbohydrates:
- 4 packs Knorr broccoli noodles
- 2 cans (10.5 ounces / 298 grams each) cream of chicken soup
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 1 head fresh broccoli (chopped)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (Colby, Monterey Jack, or favorite blend)
- 2 cans water (measured using cream of chicken soup cans)
- 1 teaspoon Knorr Suiza (chicken bouillon)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a toasty 425°F, preparing a spacious 9×13-inch baking vessel with a light coating of cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Distribute the Knorr broccoli noodles across the greased dish, creating an even base layer that will absorb the creamy sauce.
- Pour the cream of chicken soup and water over the noodles, gently stirring to ensure uniform moisture and flavor distribution throughout the base.
- Nestle the chicken breasts into the noodle mixture, allowing them to sink slightly and become enveloped by the surrounding ingredients.
- Sprinkle the Knorr Suiza chicken bouillon evenly across the chicken, infusing the dish with a robust savory essence that will enhance the overall taste profile.
- Strategically scatter the chopped broccoli florets throughout the casserole, ensuring each bite will include a verdant vegetable component.
- Generously blanket the entire surface with shredded cheese, creating a golden, melty topping that will develop a delectable crispy texture during baking.
- Shield the casserole with aluminum foil and slide into the preheated oven, allowing the ingredients to meld and cook for 30-35 minutes until the chicken reaches perfect doneness and noodles achieve tender perfection.
- Remove from the oven, let rest briefly, then serve piping hot alongside crusty rolls or a crisp side salad for a satisfying and complete meal.
Notes
- Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness before adding to the casserole to ensure uniform cooking and prevent dry edges.
- Replace regular chicken bouillon with low-sodium alternatives or homemade stock to control salt content for health-conscious eaters.
- Substitute chicken with firm tofu or plant-based chicken alternatives and use cream of mushroom soup for a vegetarian-friendly version.
- Toast breadcrumbs with herbs and sprinkle on top during the last 10 minutes of baking for an extra crispy, golden-brown surface.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg