Here’s a hearty, comforting Cheddar Chicken, Broccoli & Bacon Bake recipe that’s perfect for dinner or meal prep:
Ingredients (4–6 servings)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 3 cups broccoli florets, steamed or blanched
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
- 1 tbsp butter (optional, for breadcrumb topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. - Prepare Cheese Sauce:
In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth. Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar. - Combine Ingredients:
In a large bowl, mix the chicken, broccoli, bacon, and cheese sauce until evenly coated. - Assemble Bake:
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheddar on top. If using breadcrumbs, mix them with melted butter and sprinkle over the cheese. - Bake:
Bake for 20–25 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top. If using breadcrumbs, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end for extra crispness. - Serve:
Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Perfect with a simple side salad or garlic bread.
✅ Tips:
- Swap Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter version.
- You can add cooked rice, pasta, or quinoa to make it a more filling casserole.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle smoked paprika or onion powder into the cheese sauce.
If you want, I can also give a one-pan skillet version that cooks on the stove and skips the oven entirely, making cleanup super easy. Do you want me to do that?
