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Broccoli Bacon Cheddar Chicken


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  • Author: seliane
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A comforting casserole that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and vibrant broccoli, all wrapped in melty cheddar.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 large chicken breasts
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 cups broccoli florets (blanched, chopped)
  • 6 strips bacon (cooked, chopped)
  • ⅓ cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Grease a casserole dish with olive oil.
  2. Take the chicken breasts and slice them in half horizontally, resulting in 4 thin chicken breasts.
  3. Place chicken breasts on the bottom of the casserole, season with salt and black pepper, and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
  4. Cover with chopped broccoli, bacon, mozzarella cheese, and cheddar cheese.
  5. Bake in the oven, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is completely cooked through.

Notes

For added flavor, consider searing the chicken before baking.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg