Description
Creamy and comforting without the heaviness, this Light Chicken and Broccoli Bake combines tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and a light sauce under a golden breadcrumb topping. Perfect for a healthy yet satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-fat milk
- ½ cup low-fat Greek yogurt or light cream
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (or cornstarch)
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme or oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ cup panko or whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until soft. Add chicken, season, and cook until no longer pink.
- Whisk together milk, yogurt, and flour. Season with salt, pepper, and herbs.
- In a baking dish, combine cooked chicken, onion mixture, and broccoli. Pour sauce over and stir gently.
- Mix breadcrumbs and Parmesan, then sprinkle on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake another 10–12 minutes until golden.
- Let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh or thawed broccoli for best texture.
- Resting helps the sauce thicken naturally.
- Great for meal prep and reheats well.