Nixon Chicken

Published by Kate

This 1970s chicken and broccoli casserole is pure comfort food!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Total Time 50

Course Entree

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 456 kcal

Ingredients

1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
2 packages frozen broccoli (10 oz each)
2 cans cream of chicken soup (10½ oz each)
1 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon curry powder
½ cup breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

Bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Lower to a simmer, then add the chicken breast. Cover and cook for 10–12 minutes. or until the chicken registers 165°F on a meat thermometer inserted into the center.
Let the chicken cool slightly and chop into 1-inch pieces.
Meanwhile, steam the broccoli in the bag or in the microwave until tender.
In a large bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and curry powder.
In a small bowl, stir the breadcrumbs and melted butter together.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 13x9-inch dish with cooking spray.
Place the broccoli in the bottom of the prepared dish. Top with the chopped chicken. Pour the cream of chicken soup mixture over the top.
Top with the shredded cheddar, then the breadcrumb mixture.
Bake for 25 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
Let cool slightly, then serve warm with rice.

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Notes

Make ahead instructions: Can be prepared up to one day in advance, cover and refrigerate, leave off the breadcrumbs until just before baking so they don’t get soggy. Add additional 5–10 minutes to cook time since the dish and ingredients are cold.

Storage and reheating instructions: Cover and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat covered casserole in a 350°F oven for 20 minutes. You can also use a microwave or air fryer.

Variations:

Use boneless skinless chicken thighs or rotisserie chicken if you prefer.
Any "cream of" soup will work here (mushroom, celery, etc.)
Use lowfat mayo if you like

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 456kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 32gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 116mgSodium: 1344mgPotassium: 519mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 554IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 174mgIron: 2mg

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