Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Delight Recipe
This Irresistible Crockpot Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Delight is a comforting, creamy dish that combines tender chicken breasts, fresh broccoli florets, and melted sharp cheddar cheese slow-cooked to perfection. Enhanced with garlic and onion powder, and a rich condensed cream soup base, it makes an effortless and hearty meal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs Chicken Breast
- 4 cups Broccoli Florets
- 2 cups Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- 1 can (10.5 oz) Cream of Chicken Soup, condensed
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- 1 cup Chicken Broth
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Trim any excess fat from the chicken breasts and season them evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to infuse flavor.
- Layer in Crockpot: Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot. Add the broccoli florets evenly on top of the chicken to ensure even cooking and flavor distribution.
- Mix and Add Sauce: In a separate bowl, combine the condensed cream of chicken soup with chicken broth. Pour this mixture over the chicken and broccoli, making sure everything is covered to create a creamy base as it cooks.
- Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender, and broccoli is soft yet vibrant.
- Add Cheese: About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Cover again and cook until the cheese melts and becomes bubbly for a rich, cheesy finish.
- Serve: Once the cheese is melted, carefully stir the creamy mixture to combine the cheese throughout or serve as is for a layered presentation. Enjoy hot with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
- You can substitute the cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom for a different flavor twist.
- For a low sodium option, use low-sodium chicken broth and reduced sodium cheese.
- Fresh broccoli can be replaced with frozen florets if needed; just adjust the cooking time slightly.
- To make this recipe gluten free, ensure the cream soup used is certified gluten free.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
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