Broccoli Chicken Casserole

Certainly! Here’s a budget-friendly and delicious recipe for Broccoli and Chicken Casserole:

Ingredients:

  • 2 bags of broccoli florets
  • 2 cans of cream of chicken soup
  • 1 small can of chicken stock (approximately 10.5 ounces)
  • 2/3 cup of mayonnaise
  • Shredded cheese (about 1 cup or to taste)
  • Stovetop Savory Herbs stuffing mix
  • Shredded chicken (you can use a whole rotisserie chicken)
  • 1/2 stick of butter

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven:
    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare the Broccoli and Chicken:
    • Steam or boil the broccoli florets until they are slightly tender, then drain them.
  3. Prepare the Casserole Mixture:
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, chicken stock, and mayonnaise. Mix them until well combined.
  4. Add Shredded Cheese:
    • Stir in the shredded cheese into the mixture. You can adjust the amount of cheese based on your preference.
  5. Prepare the Stuffing Mix:
    • Prepare the Stovetop Savory Herbs stuffing mix according to the package instructions.
  6. Layer the Casserole:
    • In a large baking dish, layer the partially cooked broccoli florets.
    • Add the shredded chicken on top of the broccoli.
  7. Pour the Casserole Mixture:
    • Pour the cream of chicken, chicken stock, mayonnaise, and cheese mixture over the broccoli and chicken.
  8. Top with Stuffing and Butter:
    • Sprinkle the prepared stuffing mix evenly over the top of the casserole.
    • Place small pieces of butter on top of the stuffing.
  9. Bake:
    • Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  10. Uncover and Finish Baking:
    • After 30 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
  11. Serve:
    • Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving.

This budget-friendly broccoli and chicken casserole is both creamy and satisfying. It’s a great option for a delicious family dinner without breaking the bank. Enjoy