One of my favourite recipes of all time has to be my mums famous Chicken Broccoli Casserole dish. I absolutely love it. Chicken casserole is a delicious family meal and great if you’re following Weight Watchers or another healthy eating plan.
Mum’s Chicken and broccoli casserole recipe is only 5 Weight Watchers points per serving. It’s a healthy chicken casserole and one you will love. My family can’t get enough of it and this is one tasty chicken recipe we cook regular.
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💖 Why This Recipe Works
- Low in Points: Weight Watchers Chicken Broccoli Casserole is a hearty, flavorful dish that won’t break your daily points allowance.
- Easy to Make: Simply combine ingredients, bake, and enjoy a satisfying meal with minimal prep time.
- Perfect for Meal Prep: Make a big batch and store it for easy, healthy lunches or dinners throughout the week.
🥚Ingredients For This Weight Watchers Chicken Casserole Recipe
- 1 Whole Chicken
- 1 Broccoli
- 3 medium Carrots
- 5 Tablespoons Sour Cream (5 points)
- 2 Tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 can Campbells Chicken Soup (4 points)
- 1 slice of bread made into Breadcrumbs (2 points)
- 150g grated Chedder Cheese (14 points)
Serves 5 people – 5 points per serving.
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
🌈 Substitutions and Variations
- Cheese Choices: Swap cheddar for mozzarella or pepper jack to mix up the flavor.
- Veggie Boost: Throw in mushrooms, bell peppers, or spinach for extra veggies.
- Crunch Factor: Top with crushed Ritz crackers or fried onions for a delightful crunch.
🔪How To Cook This Chicken And Broccoli Casserole
Preparing the chicken
The first step for cooking this healthy chicken casserole is to cook your whole chicken.
Place your chicken in a pot and boil for 35 minutes. Alternatively you may want to pressure cook your chicken in an Instant Pot. The choice is yours.
Once your chicken is cooked, remove all the chicken from the bone and place in your casserole dish.
Preparing the chicken casserole dish
Chop the broccoli and carrots and mix with the chicken in your casserole dish. (You may want to add mushrooms – another zero point vegetable)!
My family are not huge fans of mushrooms but the option is there!
Get a bowl. Open your can of chicken soup and pour into the bowl.
Add the sour cream and lemon juice to the soup and mix through.
Now grate your slice of bread and cheese.
Pour the chicken casserole sauce over the chicken and vegetables.
Next sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the top of the dish followed by cheese!
Cook your chicken casserole in the oven for 25 minutes until the cheese is golden brown.
Your weight watchers chicken casserole is ready to serve. You may want to add rice to your meal. If so then don’t forget to count the extra points.
I love this recipe on it’s own and there is usually enough left over to for lunch the next day.
So what are you waiting for? Why not try out this delicious and tasty
👩🍳 Expert Tips
- For a lighter version, consider using low-fat cheese and sour cream.
- Incorporate whole-grain breadcrumbs for added fiber.
- Add extra vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers to boost nutrition.
💭 FAQs
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat thoroughly before enjoying.
Absolutely! Shredded rotisserie chicken works great and saves time.
Add diced jalapeños, sprinkle in some red pepper flakes, or incorporate a dash of hot sauce to the sauce mixture.
Yes! Feel free to include mushrooms, bell peppers, or peas for added flavor and nutrition.
💖 Serving Suggestions
These are my favorite treats to serve with chicken broccoli casserole:
- Buttery Rice Pilaf: A side of buttery rice pilaf complements the casserole's flavors and adds a satisfying texture.
- Pesto Garlic Bread: Warm slices of pesto garlic bread offer a crunchy texture and aromatic flavors that pair well with the creamy casserole.
- Sautéed Green Beans: Lightly sautéed green beans with garlic provide a fresh and crisp contrast to the rich casserole.
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I am going to pre cook the carrots. There is no way they can get done in 35 minutes. Or am I wrong?
Pre-cooking works for this recipe just as well!