Chicken And Cheddar Strata Recipe

This incredible Chicken and Cheddar Strata is the perfect make-ahead brunch casserole! Using leftover cooked chicken or turkey, this recipe is bursting with flavor and incredibly easy to prepare the night before for a stress-free morning. Layers of fluffy bread, tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and creamy cheddar cheese are bathed in a rich egg custard. Bake until golden and puffy for a brunch that will wow your guests! Perfect for Boxing Day or any special occasion.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 459.2 kcal
Protein 64g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chicken And Cheddar Strata

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How to Make Chicken And Cheddar Strata

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 6-cup, deep, straight-sided baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, gently combine 6 cups cubed bread (day-old is best), 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken or turkey, 2 cups chopped broccoli florets, and 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese.
  3. Divide the bread mixture into thirds. Layer one-third of the bread mixture in the prepared baking dish.
  4. Repeat layering with the chicken mixture, broccoli, and cheese. Repeat layers two more times, ending with a bread layer.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 1 ½ cups milk, ¼ cup chopped onion, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard until well blended.
  6. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered strata.
  7. Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight.
  8. Bake uncovered for 75 minutes, or until the strata is puffed, golden brown, and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

33 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

65g

Carbs

8g