Loaded Chicken and Broccoli Cheese Bake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.

2. 2

   Steam or blanch the broccoli for 3–4 minutes, until bright green and just tender. Drain well.

3. 3

   Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion for 3 minutes, then add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

4. 4

   Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the cream cheese, heavy cream, sour cream, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.

5. 5

   Fold in the chicken, broccoli, and 1 cup of shredded cheese.

6. 6

   Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and top with the remaining cheese.

7. 7

   Bake for 20–25 minutes, until hot and bubbling. Broil for 1–2 minutes if you want a deeply golden top.

8. 8

   Rest for 5 minutes before serving.