Description
This Healthier Broccoli Chicken Casserole is the perfect easy dinner idea that satisfies your comfort food cravings without weighing you down. Packed with lean chicken breast, fresh broccoli, and a creamy Greek yogurt-based sauce, it’s a wholesome option for quick weeknight meals or healthy meal prep. Whether you’re after a simple weeknight bake or searching for hearty food ideas that feel indulgent yet nutritious, this casserole checks every box. Family-friendly, customizable, and protein-rich—it’s one of those easy recipes that will become a go-to favorite.
Ingredients
1 ½ pounds chicken breast, cooked and chopped
3 cups broccoli florets, steamed or blanched
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
½ cup low-fat milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking chicken)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8×11 baking dish and set aside.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Sear until golden and fully cooked, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
3. Steam or blanch broccoli florets until vibrant green and just tender. Drain and set aside.
4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Stir in ½ cup of cheddar and ½ cup of mozzarella cheese.
5. In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, broccoli, and sauce. Gently fold together until evenly coated.
6. Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with remaining cheddar and mozzarella.
7. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
8. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Slightly under-steam broccoli to keep it firm through baking.
Add a sprinkle of crushed red pepper or paprika for subtle heat.
You can swap chicken for turkey or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (approx. 1/6 of dish)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg