Chicken, Broccoli, and Cottage Cheese Casserole
A high-protein, low-carb casserole that’s easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and creamy cottage cheese, this dish is a family favorite!
Equipment
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- - Mixing bowl
- - Skillet
- - Steamer or pot for broccoli
Ingredients
- - 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
- - 3 cups broccoli chopped
- - 1 ½ cups cottage cheese
- - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- - 2 cloves garlic minced
- - ½ cup onion diced
- - 1 tbsp olive oil
- - Salt and pepper to taste
- - 1 tsp paprika
- - Optional: breadcrumbs or herbs for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Steam broccoli until tender.
- Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil.
- Mix chicken, broccoli, cottage cheese, half the cheddar cheese, and seasonings in a bowl.
- Transfer to a baking dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Uncover and bake for 10 more minutes until golden.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a time-saving option.
- Drain excess moisture from broccoli and cottage cheese to avoid sogginess.
- Customize with additional veggies or spices.
- Drain excess moisture from broccoli and cottage cheese to avoid sogginess.
- Customize with additional veggies or spices.