5Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Bake
This comforting bake brings together tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and a rich, cheesy sauce for a satisfying meal.
How to make it
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.
- 2
Cut your chicken breasts into bite sized pieces. You can either cook them lightly in a pan first until just opaque, or place them raw in the baking dish. If cooking first, drain any excess liquid.
- 3
Steam or blanch the broccoli florets for about 3 to 5 minutes. You want them tender crisp, not mushy. Drain them well.
- 4
In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with the minced garlic. Stir until smooth. Add about half of the shredded cheddar cheese to this mixture and stir again.
- 5
Arrange the chicken pieces and broccoli florets evenly in the prepared baking dish. Pour the cream cheese mixture over everything. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- 6
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese topping is bubbly and golden brown. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
