Everybody’s-Got-Room-For-Seconds Casserole
๐ Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
๐ฅ Category: Chicken
๐ Keywords: Poultry, Meat, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours, Easy
Description:
I stumbled upon this delightful recipe while flipping through the Sunday newspaper, clipping coupons with anticipation. Although I haven’t had the pleasure of trying it yet, it’s firmly on my dinner menu for this week, beckoning with promises of simplicity and flavor.
Ingredients:
- 1 bag frozen broccoli cuts
- 4 cups Valley Fresh Chicken
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 3/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs (for a light coating)
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 154.2
- Fat Content: 6.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 40.3mg
- Sodium Content: 381.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 8.1g
- Fiber Content: 3.2g
- Sugar Content: 1.7g
- Protein Content: 17.2g
Servings: 6
Instructions:
- Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
- Layering: Begin by arranging the frozen broccoli cuts in a 7″ x 11″ baking dish, creating a solid base for your casserole.
- Chicken Layer: Next, evenly distribute the Valley Fresh Chicken over the broccoli layer, ensuring each bite is packed with protein.
- Sauce Mixture: In a separate bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice, and curry powder, whisking until smooth and well-blended.
- Even Spread: Pour the creamy soup mixture over the chicken layer, ensuring it blankets the entire surface evenly, promising a burst of flavor in every bite.
- Cheesy Finish: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese generously over the top, adding a layer of gooey goodness that will melt into perfection as it bakes.
- Crunchy Coating: Complete your masterpiece by sprinkling a light coating of bread crumbs over the cheese layer, adding a delightful crunch to each mouthful.
- Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Let it bake for approximately one hour, allowing the flavors to meld together and the cheese to bubble into golden perfection.
- Optional Browning: For those who crave an extra touch of decadence, uncover the casserole during the last few minutes of baking and place it under the broiler until the top is lightly browned, adding a tantalizing crispness to the dish.
This Everybody’s-Got-Room-For-Seconds Casserole promises to be a delightful addition to any weeknight dinner repertoire, offering a harmonious blend of ease and flavor that will leave your taste buds singing with satisfaction. Whether shared with family or savored as leftovers, this recipe is sure to become a cherished favorite in no time! ๐ฝ๏ธ๐ฅฆ๐ง
