Name: Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5–2 lb chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes; 3–4 cups broccoli florets, chopped (fresh or frozen); 1½–2 cups cottage cheese; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional); 1–2 tablespoons olive oil or butter; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; Cooked rice or quinoa, for serving (optional)

Description

A weeknight-friendly casserole that combines tender chicken and broccoli with a creamy cottage cheese layer, topped with melted cheddar cheese.

Ingredients

1.5–2 lb chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
3–4 cups broccoli florets, chopped (fresh or frozen)
1½–2 cups cottage cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
1–2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Cooked rice or quinoa, for serving (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cubed chicken and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Cook chicken until browned and cooked through (about 6–8 minutes), then remove from heat.
Spread chopped broccoli in the prepared baking dish and layer the cooked chicken on top.
Spoon cottage cheese evenly over the chicken and broccoli, then sprinkle with cheddar cheese if using.
Bake for 25–30 minutes until the broccoli is tender and the top is lightly golden.
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Great for leftovers and can be easily modified with additional spices or vegetables. For added texture, sprinkle panko mixed with butter over the top in the last 10 minutes of baking.