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Cracker Barrel Broccoli Cheddar Chicken

Cracker Barrel Broccoli Cheddar Chicken
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This easy Cracker Barrel Broccoli Cheddar Chicken recipe combines tender boneless chicken breasts with creamy broccoli and sharp cheddar cheese in a luscious sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a comforting, family-friendly dish perfect for quick weeknight dinners or whenever you crave cheesy, hearty comfort food.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the boneless chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat a skillet with butter over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden brown on both sides and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest, ensuring juicy, tender bites in the final dish.
  2. Cook the Broccoli: In the same skillet, add a touch more butter and sauté the broccoli florets (fresh or thawed if frozen) until just tender but still vibrant and bright green, maintaining a slight crispness to balance the creamy sauce.
  3. Make the Cheddar Sauce: Sprinkle flour over the broccoli and stir to coat evenly. Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring constantly to prevent lumps and allow the sauce to thicken. Once smooth and creamy, reduce heat and stir in the grated sharp cheddar cheese until melted and luscious.
  4. Combine and Finish: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the cheesy broccoli sauce. Let everything simmer together for a few minutes so the flavors meld beautifully and the chicken soaks up the creamy goodness.

Notes

  • Use sharp cheddar cheese for maximum flavor and creaminess.
  • Do not overcook the chicken; slightly undercook before adding the sauce to keep it moist.
  • Fresh broccoli is recommended for better texture and taste, though frozen works if thawed and drained.
  • Stir the sauce continuously while adding cream and cheese to avoid lumps.
  • Allow the dish to rest a few minutes off the heat to intensify the flavors before serving.

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Keywords: Cracker Barrel, Broccoli Cheddar Chicken, Comfort Food, Cheesy Chicken, Weeknight Dinner, Family-friendly

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