Cheddar Broccoli Chicken Bake

5 from 5 votes

Cheddar Broccoli Chicken Bake

This cheddar broccoli chicken bake recipe is a family-friendly meal with a much-needed shortcut on busy weeknights! It's a cozy dinner that involves zero hassle.

Prep Time5

Cook Time35

Total Time40

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Cheddar Broccoli Chicken Bake

Servings:

Author: Natasha Bull

Ingredients

2 chicken breasts cut in half lengthwise
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder optional
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning optional
Salt & pepper to taste
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cheddar soup
2 cups frozen broccoli see note
1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375F and move the rack to the top third of the oven.
Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise so you have 4 thinner pieces. Place them side-by-side in a 9x13 casserole dish. Sprinkle them with the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and a bit of salt & pepper.
Spoon the condensed soup over top of the chicken (don't add water to it).
Place the frozen broccoli around the chicken.
Cover the casserole dish tightly with foil (or the oven safe lid the casserole dish came with if it came with one) and bake for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and sprinkle the cheese on top (concentrate it on the chicken). Place it back in the oven, uncovered, for another 10-15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (165F).
When serving, dish the chicken up first, and then give the broccoli a stir with the sauce as it does release some water while cooking. Season with extra salt & pepper as needed.

Notes

You can use fresh broccoli, but it may end up a bit firmer. I'd cut it small or boil it for 1-2 minutes prior to adding it to the recipe if you prefer it to be softer.
I don't thaw the broccoli first.

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