It’s amazing how delicious this casserole is. It tastes nothing like healthy food but it’s true, you can enjoy this with no guilt at all. Chicken and broccoli are combined with seasoned breadcrumbs, lemon juice and fat free chicken soup, along with reduced fat cheese. These ingredients give the dish a creamy and comforting flavor without too many calories.
Whether you’re trying to drop a few pounds, eat more healthily or you just want to try something different, this is a dish you really shouldn’t miss. Whip this up for the whole family to enjoy. It’s certainly easy enough and it’s likely everyone will want a second helping of this flavorful casserole.
You can adapt the recipe if you want, maybe subbing cauliflower, mushrooms or zucchini for the broccoli or trying turkey or pork in place of the chicken.
Why You’ll Love the Recipe:
This creamy casserole has an indulgent, cozy flavor but it’s actually low in calories compared to most casserole recipes. It’s really easy to make too.
How to Serve It:
Serve this casserole hot, just as it is or enjoy some mashed potatoes, garlic bread or anything else you like on the side.
Can You Make It Ahead?
You can assemble it ahead and then bake later.
Storage Instructions:
Leftovers will keep for up to 3 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Variations and Substitutions:
Use cooked broccoli and cooked chicken (maybe leftover rotisserie chicken) to cut down on the prep time.
Ingredients:
- Chicken tenders
- Broccoli
- Nonfat evaporated milk
- Breadcrumbs
- Shredded reduced fat Colby Jack cheese
- Lemon juice
- Fat-free cream of chicken soup
- Grated parmesan cheese
How to make Chicken Broccoli Casserole:
Step 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 2. Put the chicken and broccoli in a bowl.
Step 3. Combine the soup, lemon juice and milk, then pour over the chicken and stir.
Step 4. Transfer into a greased 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
Step 5. Top with the shredded cheese.
Step 6. Combine the parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs and sprinkle on top.
Step 7. Cook uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, then serve hot.
You don’t have to give up on cheesy, creamy casseroles just because you’re looking for something light and moderate in calories. This casserole is made with reduced fat ingredients but still delivers a full-flavored result.
Chicken Broccoli Casserole
Whether you’re trying to drop a few pounds, eat more healthily or you just want to try something different, this is a dish you really shouldn’t miss.
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Ingredients
- 1 package cooked chicken tenders
- 10 ounces cooked broccoli
- ¾ cup nonfat evaporated milk
- ½ cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 cup shredded reduced fat Colby Jack cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2 x 10¾-ounce cans fat free cream of chicken soup
- 2½ tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Put the chicken and broccoli in a bowl.
- Combine the soup, lemon juice and milk, then pour over the chicken and stir.
- Transfer into a greased 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
- Top with the shredded cheese.
- Combine the parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs and sprinkle on top.
- Cook uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, then serve hot.
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
Marie Rayner is a retired Chef, freelance writer, recipe developer, food blogger, and Cookbook author. She makes her home in Chester, UK, where she lives with her husband, Todd, and their much beloved English Cocker, Mitzie. Her motto is “Life is far too short to eat bad food,” and her goal is to share delicious and easy recipes which anyone can enjoy and cook in the comfort of their own home.
