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Chicken Broccoli Casserole (with Yellow Curry Powder)

Author: Sheila Thigpen
Curry powder and a little mayo added to the sauce in this chicken casserole blend together for an unexpected, but delicious flavor.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 45 mins
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 581 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 10 oz. pkg. frozen broccoli florets or 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken (cooked and cut into 1-inch cubes)
  • 1/2 cup lite olive oil mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon yellow curry powder or more if you like

Homemade Chicken Condensed Soup

  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose butter
  • 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup 2 percent milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Crumb Topping

  • 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers or bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly coat a 9x12 casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Cook broccoli according to package directions; drain and place in casserole dish.
  • Layer cooked, chopped chicken on top of broccoli.
  • Add curry powder, lemon juice, and mayonnaise to the homemade chicken condensed soup (or a can of chicken condensed soup) and stir until smooth. Spread the mixture evenly on top of chicken in the casserole dish.
  • Combine the crushed crackers and cheese and sprinkle on top of the casserole. Drizzle the top with 2 tablespoons melted butter.
  • Bake uncovered at 350-degrees for 25-30 minutes or until hot and bubbly. 

Homemade Chicken Condensed Soup

  • In a small saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour until smooth. Continue cooking for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Add milk and chicken broth, whisking continually until mixture thickens.
  • Remove from heat and stir in salt and pepper.

Notes

  • Substitute 1 10-oz. can chicken condensed soup in place of the homemade condensed soup.
  • If using fresh broccoli, steam for 5 minutes and drain well before adding to the casserole dish.
  • If you like a stronger curry flavor, double the amount of yellow curry powder.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 581kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 35gFat: 37gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 18gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 129mgSodium: 725mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g
Keyword broccoli, casserole, chicken, chicken casserole, curry powder, family dinner
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