Description
A hearty and comforting Loaded Chicken Casserole featuring tender chicken, crispy roasted potatoes, fresh broccoli, melted cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon, all baked together to create a delicious one-dish meal perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 large russet potatoes, diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
Seasonings and Oil
- 1/4 cup olive oil, divided
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
Cheese and Bacon
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400º F to prepare for roasting the potatoes and baking the casserole.
- Prepare Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the diced potatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper until well coated.
- Roast Potatoes: Spread the potatoes in a single layer in a 13×9-inch baking dish and bake for 35 minutes until they start to become tender and slightly crispy.
- Mix Chicken and Broccoli: While potatoes bake, combine the diced chicken, broccoli florets, paprika, garlic powder, remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl, mixing well to evenly coat.
- Add Chicken Mixture: Remove the baking dish from the oven. Add the chicken and broccoli mixture to the potatoes, stirring gently to combine everything evenly. Return the dish to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is mostly cooked and potatoes are tender.
- Add Cheese and Bacon: Remove the casserole again and evenly sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top, followed by the crumbled cooked bacon. Bake for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve hot, optionally garnished with sour cream and green onions for extra flavor.
Notes
- For extra crispy bacon, bake it on a wire rack placed on a baking sheet before starting the casserole.
- Use fresh or frozen broccoli; if frozen, thaw and drain excess water before mixing.
- Adjust the paprika and garlic powder to your taste preference for a spicier or milder flavor.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for 3-4 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Adding a dollop of sour cream or chopped green onions on serving enhances flavor and presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: loaded chicken casserole, chicken and potato casserole, baked chicken casserole, broccoli casserole, cheesy chicken casserole
