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Chicken Broccoli Casserole

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Indulge in a comforting and wholesome meal with our Chicken Broccoli Casserole. This delightful dish combines tender chicken breasts, vibrant broccoli florets, and aromatic herbs in a flavorful blend. With a golden-brown top and a burst of flavors in every bite, this casserole is the perfect balance of nutritious and delicious.

Serving suggestions/tips:

Serve the Chicken Broccoli Casserole with a side of steamed rice or quinoa for a complete meal.

Garnish with freshly chopped herbs like parsley or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese for added flavor.

Leftovers can be refrigerated and enjoyed for the next day's lunch or dinner.

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Ingredients

8 cups broccoli florets
3 ribs celery with leaves, chopped
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
Sea salt and pepper to taste
2 cups organic, no-salt chicken broth
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Olive oil cooking spray

Directions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch them for 2-3 minutes until they turn bright green. Drain the broccoli and set it aside.
In a separate large skillet, heat the olive oil cooking spray over medium heat. Add the chopped celery and onion. Sauté for about 5 minutes until they become tender.
Sprinkle the dried parsley, dried thyme, dried marjoram, sea salt, and pepper over the celery and onion mixture. Stir well to combine.
Pour the chicken broth into the skillet and bring it to a simmer.
Meanwhile, spray a baking dish with olive oil cooking spray.
Place the chicken breasts in the baking dish and season them with a pinch of sea salt and pepper.
Pour the simmering vegetable broth over the chicken breasts.
Cover the baking dish with foil and place it in the preheated oven.
Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and uncover it.
Arrange the blanched broccoli florets on top of the chicken breasts.
Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 5 minutes to allow the broccoli to heat through.
Once done, remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the Chicken Broccoli Casserole hot and enjoy!