Rich Chicken Broccoli Meal (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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16 ounces of broccoli florets, frozen and thawed
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2 tablespoons of olive oil
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½ teaspoon of salt
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½ teaspoon of ground black pepper, split in half
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2 pounds of chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, diced into 1-inch chunks
→ Sauce
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1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
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½ cup of milk
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2 cans of cream of chicken soup, each 10.5 ounces
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1 teaspoon of garlic powder
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1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice
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1 cup of regular sour cream
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1 cup of mayo
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½ teaspoon of onion powder
→ Topping
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1 cup of plain-style breadcrumbs
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2 tablespoons of melted butter, unsalted
# Instructions:
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Turn on your oven to 350°F. Grease up a 9x13 inch pan and set it aside for later.
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Warm some olive oil over medium-high heat in a big skillet. Toss in the chicken pieces, sprinkle with salt and half the pepper, then stir every so often until the chicken looks golden and cooked through—this should take about 8-10 minutes. Put the chicken aside when done.
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Follow the directions on the broccoli package to thaw it. Once ready, drain out extra liquid and gently pat it dry with paper towels.
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In a big bowl, combine sour cream, mayo, cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, milk, lemon juice, onion powder, and what’s left of the pepper. Stir until smooth.
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Add the broccoli and cooked chicken to the sauce-filled bowl. Gently fold them together so everything’s coated.
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Evenly spread the broccoli and chicken combo into your prepared baking pan.
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Stir the breadcrumbs and butter in a small bowl. Sprinkle that evenly across the top of your dish.
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Pop the pan in the oven for around 30 minutes. When the top turns golden and the edges are bubbling, take it out. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to cool a bit before serving.
# Notes:
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Swap the broccoli with green beans or peas if you'd like something different.
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Using rotisserie chicken can save you time if you're in a rush.
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For a healthier option, try substituting mayo with Greek yogurt or light mayo.
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Canned soup can be replaced with a homemade cream of chicken soup for fresher flavor.