Description

Creamy Baked Potato Chicken and Broccoli Casserole—hearty, cheesy, and full of flavor. Easy family‑friendly casserole with potatoes, chicken, and broccoli.

Ingredients

Scale

Red potatoes (about 1.5 lb / ~700 g), washed and diced into bite‑sized pieces
2 tbsp butter, melted
½ cup sour cream (room temperature)
¾ tsp kosher salt (adjust to taste)
½ tsp black pepper (freshly ground if available)
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika (smoked or regular)
2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or thawed from frozen, chopped small)
2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or chopped)
½ cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 to 1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar or a cheese blend), divided

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375 °F (190 °C). Butter a medium casserole dish or coat it with nonstick spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter, sour cream, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix until smooth and well blended.
Stir in the diced red potatoes and broccoli florets. Ensure the vegetables are evenly coated with the creamy mixture.
Add shredded or chopped chicken and crumbled bacon. Gently stir to distribute all elements evenly throughout the mixture.
Transfer everything into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it into an even layer.
Sprinkle about half of the shredded cheese over the top of the casserole.
Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes, allowing the potatoes to soften and flavors to meld.
Remove the foil, sprinkle the remaining cheese on top, and continue baking uncovered for an additional 10–12 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbling, and edges are lightly golden.
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving so the casserole sets slightly and slicing is easier.

Notes

Ensure diced potatoes are uniform in size so they cook evenly—if pieces vary, some may overcook while others remain firm.

For extra creaminess, let sour cream come to room temperature before mixing; this helps it incorporate smoothly.

If using frozen broccoli, thaw and pat dry to prevent excess moisture that could make the casserole watery.