Cracker Barrel Broccoli Cheddar Chicken (Copycat Recipe)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
1354 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Cracker Barrel Broccoli Cheddar Chicken (Copycat Recipe)
Description
This copycat recipe recreates the Cracker Barrel Broccoli Cheddar Chicken by baking boneless, skinless chicken breasts covered in a creamy mixture of cheddar cheese soup and milk. Frozen broccoli is layered on top of the chicken, then covered with a buttery crushed Ritz cracker topping. The dish is baked at 350°F for about 45 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Shredded cheddar cheese is sprinkled over the casserole after baking to add extra cheesy flavor.
The combination results in tender, juicy chicken with a creamy sauce and a crunchy, golden cracker crust. The broccoli adds a soft, slightly crisp vegetable component that melds well with the cheese and creamy texture. This baked casserole is comforting and filling.
This dish works well as a complete meal served with simple sides or a salad. The rich cheese sauce and crispy topping provide contrasting textures.
Notes suggest marinating the chicken breasts in a saltwater brine for 30 minutes beforehand to enhance juiciness and flavor. Fresh broccoli can be used if blanched briefly to avoid over-softening during baking.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 pounds chicken breast 4 portions, boneless and skinless
- 1 can cheddar cheese soup 10.25 ounces
- 1 1/2 cup milk
- 1 1/2 cups Ritz crackers crushed
- 4 tablespoons butter melted
- 8 ounces broccoli frozen
- 4 ounces cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Make can of Cheddar cheese soup mix according to package directions (one can of soup mix to one can of milk). Place chicken breasts in a 9 by 13-inch baking dish. Season the chicken with seasoned salt. Pour 3/4 of the prepared soup over the chicken breasts.
- Add broccoli to chicken that has been covered with the cheddar soup. Melt butter and combine with Ritz crackers, sprinkle buttered crackers over the broccoli. Add remaining soup mix, and bake for approximately 45 minutes or until the chicken is done. (Check chicken by cutting the thickest part and look to see that the chicken is uniform in color). When the chicken has been removed from oven sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
Notes
- Marinate chicken breasts in a simple saltwater brine for 30 minutes before assembling to improve moisture and seasoning.
- If using fresh broccoli instead of frozen, blanch for 2 minutes to prevent it from becoming soft during baking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1354 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 1354kcal | 68% |
| Carbohydrates | 91g | 30% |
| Protein | 86g | 172% |
| Fat | 67g | 103% |
| Saturated Fat | 30g | 150% |
| Cholesterol | 281mg | 94% |
| Sodium | 5234mg | 218% |
| Potassium | 4924mg | 105% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin A | 4360IU | 87% |
| Vitamin C | 54mg | 60% |
| Calcium | 636mg | 64% |
| Iron | 2.7mg | 15% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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