Cheddar Broccoli Chicken Casserole

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (about 6–8 oz each) Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 cups Fresh broccoli florets
• 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 can (10.5 oz) Cream of chicken soup
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 0.5 tsp Paprika
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 tsp (or to taste) Kosher salt
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (optional)
• 1 cup Crushed Ritz crackers or panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp Melted butter
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Steam fresh broccoli until just tender, about 3–4 minutes. Drain well.
3. Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
4. In a bowl, mix soup, sour cream, milk, Dijon (if using), and 1 cup cheddar.
5. Spread broccoli in the baking dish.
6. Place seasoned chicken breasts on top.
7. Pour cheese sauce evenly over everything.
8. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheddar.
9. Mix crackers with melted butter (and Parmesan if using), sprinkle on top.
10. Bake uncovered 35–45 minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F.
11. Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving.