One-Pan Cheesy Garlic Chicken & Broccoli Bake

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One-Pan Cheesy Garlic Chicken & Broccoli Bake

Serves: 4 | Prep time: 10 mins | Cook time: 20 mins

The Ingredients

  • Protein: 1.5 lbs chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks.

  • The Veg: 4 cups broccoli florets (fresh is best for that charred look) and 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved.

  • The Sauce:

    • 3 cloves garlic, minced

    • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth

    • ¼ cup light cream cheese or Greek yogurt (to thicken)

    • ½ tsp onion powder

    • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

  • The Topping: ½ cup shredded mozzarella or light Provolone and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.

The Instructions

1. Sear the Chicken

Season chicken chunks with salt, pepper, and a little garlic powder. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat with a spray of olive oil. Sear the chicken until golden brown on all sides (about 5–6 minutes). It doesn’t need to be fully cooked through yet. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.

2. Sauté the Broccoli

In the same pan, add the broccoli florets and cherry tomatoes. Add a splash of water and cover for 2 minutes to steam-soften them slightly. Remove the lid and sauté until the broccoli gets those nice charred edges seen in your photo.

3. Build the Sauce

Lower the heat to medium. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and whisk in the cream cheese (or Greek yogurt) until smooth. Simmer for 2 minutes until it begins to thicken.

4. Bake & Melt

Add the chicken back into the skillet and toss to coat everything in the sauce. Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top.

  • The Finish: Place the skillet under the broiler for 2–3 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and has those beautiful golden-brown spots.

Tips for your Facebook Page:

  • WW Hack: To keep the points low, use fat-free Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese and use a low-fat mozzarella. It keeps the creamy texture without the heavy hit.

  • Savory Twist: Since you love those salty, meat-heavy flavors, try adding a tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce to the broth or a sprinkle of crumbled bacon on top before serving.

  • The “Pour” Shot: If you’re taking photos for your page, try capturing a shot of the sauce being poured over the chicken and broccoli—it usually gets great engagement!

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