Sunday, February 26, 2012

Chicken and Broccoli Casserole

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This recipe comes from my mom. It utilizes some shortcuts, like a roaster chicken and frozen broccoli spears.  It is ultra comforting and a delicious meal I loved growing up.


Chicken and Broccoli Casserole
Makes 6 servings

2 boxes broccoli spears
1 roaster chicken, chicken pieces removed
2 cans cream of chicken soup
1 can mayo (use empty cream of chicken soup can)
1 tsp. paprika
2 c. shredded cheddar cheese
3 Tbsp. butter
1 c. dried breadcrumbs

1. Spray a 9“x13” baking dish.

2. Thaw and drain broccoli spears in a colander. Place in bottom of baking dish.

3. Tear apart roaster chicken. Add chicken pieces on top of broccoli.

4. Mix cream of chicken soup with mayo and paprika. Spread on chicken. Top with cheese.

5. Melt butter in skillet and add dried breadcrumbs. Mix. Toast in pan  until butter is melted and incorporated.

6. Add breadcrumb mixture to top of cheese.

7. Bake at 350-f degrees for 30 minutes.

Recipe from my mom!







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9 comments:

  1. My MIL makes this and calls it "Chicken, Cheese and Trees." It's a great comfort food!

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  2. Yikes. A can of mayonaise? It sounds yummy... But that sounds like a lot.

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  3. MBR: More Mayo = Yummy Food.

    Use whatever amount you want if it bothers you.

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  4. My Boaz's Ruth - it's COMFORT Food. Comfort food isn't usually healthy.

    I've been looking for this recipe for a long time and had a hard time finding it. Thanks Ali!!!

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  5. Looks like a very filling dish! I like that you added the chicken so it is essentially a complete meal!

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  6. This looks so good! I would love for you to share this with Kelli and I at Kids in the Kitchen link up(Tuesdays): http://younglivingoillady.com/home/kids-in-the-kitchen-week-3/
    That would be wonderful! We love family friendly, healthy recipes and bringing family back to the table! Carrie @ younglivingoillady.com

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  7. Hi Ali,
    This is such a comforting dish, it looks absolutely delicious! Hope you are having a great week end and thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday.
    Happy St. Patrick's Day and Come Back Soon!
    Miz Helen

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