Description
This High Protein Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole is a comforting and nutritious meal featuring tender chicken breast cubes combined with fresh broccoli and a creamy mix of low-fat Greek yogurt and cream of mushroom soup. Topped with melted cheddar cheese and seasoned with garlic, onion powder, and a touch of salt, this casserole is baked to golden perfection, making it a hearty dinner option that’s rich in protein and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 15 ounces Trimmed broccoli crowns, cut into small pieces
Protein
- 1.5 pounds Chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
Dairy & Creamy Mixture
- 10.5 ounces Cream of mushroom soup
- 8 ounces Low-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 ounces Cheddar cheese, shredded
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- ½ teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the casserole evenly.
- Prepare Chicken: Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch cubes. Sprinkle them with garlic powder, onion powder, and salt, then toss to coat the pieces evenly with the seasonings.
- Mix Creamy Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup and low-fat Greek yogurt. Stir well to create a smooth, creamy mixture that will bind the casserole together.
- Assemble Base Layer: Place the trimmed and cut broccoli pieces into an 11×17-inch baking pan, spreading them out evenly.
- Add Chicken: Distribute the seasoned chicken cubes evenly over the broccoli layer in the pan.
- Add Cream Mixture: Pour and spread the mushroom soup and Greek yogurt mixture evenly over the chicken and broccoli, ensuring all pieces are covered.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole mixture.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish securely with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes to allow the chicken to cook through and the flavors to meld.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes to melt and slightly brown the cheese topping.
- Serve: Once baked, take the casserole out of the oven and serve it hot for a satisfying high-protein meal.
Notes
- You can use fresh or frozen broccoli crowns as preferred; just ensure they are cut into small pieces for even cooking.
- For extra flavor, feel free to add a pinch of black pepper or dried herbs like thyme or parsley to the seasoning mix.
- The low-fat Greek yogurt adds protein and creaminess while keeping the casserole lighter than traditional versions with heavy cream.
- If desired, you can substitute cheddar cheese with a different cheese like mozzarella or Monterey Jack to vary the flavor.
- Ensure the chicken is fully cooked before removing from the oven; use a meat thermometer to check that it reaches 165°F internally.
