Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken breast: 500 grams (about 1 pound)
- Fresh broccoli: 300 grams (about 10 ounces)
- Cream of chicken soup: 1 can (10.5 oz)
- Shredded cheese: 2 cups
- Diced cooked bacon: ½ cup
- Breadcrumbs: ½ cup
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Butter or cooking oil: for greasing the baking dish
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 40 minutes
- Total: 60 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Grease a baking dish with butter or cooking oil.
- Cut the chicken breast into small cubes and season with salt and pepper.
- Steam the broccoli until tender and cut into small pieces.
- In a bowl, mix the chicken cubes, broccoli, cream of chicken soup, shredded cheese, and diced cooked bacon.
- Pour the mixture into the baking dish and top with breadcrumbs.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 40 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 total servings)
- Calories: Approximately 450 calories per serving
- Fat: 28 grams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and rich flavor due to the combination of chicken, cream of chicken soup, and cheese.
- Hearty and satisfying due to the addition of bacon and breadcrumbs.
- Vegetables added for a healthy touch.
User Comments:
- "This dish was delicious! The combination of flavors was perfect."
- "I loved the addition of broccoli in this casserole, it added a nice crunchy texture."
- "This dish was easy to make and was a hit with my family."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to cook the bacon beforehand and let it cool so it doesn't add extra grease to the casserole.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your preference.
- If you want to add more vegetables, consider adding other cooked vegetables like carrots or peas.
