Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) unsalted butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped (approx. 1 cup / 150g)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (approx. 2 teaspoons / 6g)
  • 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups (475ml) chicken broth, low sodium
  • 1 cup (235ml) heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 4 cups (approx. 450g) cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
  • 4 cups (approx. 400g) broccoli florets, lightly steamed
  • 2 cups (approx. 200g) shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup (approx. 50g) shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup (50g) panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup (25g) grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  5. In the skillet, combine cooked chicken, steamed broccoli, cheddar cheese, and parmesan cheese. Stir well to combine.
  6. Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  7. In a small bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, and Parmesan cheese.
  8. Sprinkle breadcrumb mixture evenly over the casserole.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
  10. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.