Creamy Chicken, Potato & Broccoli Bake

A rich and comforting oven-baked dinner with tender chicken, potatoes, broccoli and a creamy cheese sauce.

Ingredients

• 600 g chicken breast, cut into chunks
• 700 g potatoes, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 large broccoli, cut into florets
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 250 ml heavy cream
• 150 ml milk
• 100 g cream cheese
• 120 g grated cheese
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp mustard, optional

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C / 390°F.
2. Boil the potatoes for about 8–10 minutes, then drain.
3. Heat the olive oil in a pan. Season the chicken with salt, pepper and paprika and sear briefly until lightly golden.
4. Add the onion and garlic and cook for another 2 minutes.
5. Stir in the cream, milk and cream cheese. Add the mustard if using and season to taste.
6. Place the potatoes, broccoli and chicken in a large baking dish.
7. Pour the creamy sauce evenly over everything and sprinkle with grated cheese.
8. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden and bubbling.