Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Bake
A comforting and creamy bake featuring tender chicken and fresh broccoli.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 large chicken breasts, sliced in half lengthways
- 5.3 oz broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon mixed herbs
- 14 oz cream of chicken soup
- 1.8 oz grated mozzarella cheese
- 0.35 oz chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthways to create 4 thinner pieces. Place them in the base of a casserole dish or oven-proof pan, drizzling with 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Use a sharp knife to ensure clean cuts and even cooking.
- Arrange the broccoli florets around the chicken in the dish.
- Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of paprika and 1 tablespoon of mixed herbs over the chicken and broccoli. Season with a pinch of salt and a generous grind of pepper.
- Pour the 14 oz of cream of chicken soup over the chicken and broccoli. For a creamier sauce, consider adding 3.4 oz (100ml) of chicken stock to loosen it up.
- Sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the dish.
- Cover the dish with kitchen foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden. Check that the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Once done, remove from the oven and serve with a sprinkle of chopped parsley for a touch of color, if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in the paprika and mixed herbs for a few hours before cooking. You can substitute the broccoli with other vegetables like cauliflower or green beans for variety.