# Components:
→ Proteins
01 - 2 large chicken breasts (about 1.1 lbs), cooked and shredded or cubed
→ Vegetables
02 - 4 cups fresh broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Dairy
04 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
06 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
→ Pantry
07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
# Method:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a medium baking dish (approximately 8x12 inches).
02 - Steam or microwave the broccoli florets for 2 to 3 minutes until just tender but still bright green. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
03 - Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, steamed broccoli, sautéed garlic, half of the shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and dried Italian herbs. Mix until everything is evenly coated.
05 - Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
06 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
07 - Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
