Anyone can prepare Nixon Chicken, especially since the ingredients are easy to find. It is another famous family-favorite dish that only uses a few ingredients. In fact, it is the perfect way to use up leftover chicken or turkey in the fridge.
The good news is this tender, mouthwatering, and presidential-approved dish fits in one savory casserole, ready to devour. On top of that, it only takes less than an hour to make.
Ingredients
- Eggs — 2 pcs.
- Chicken breasts — 2 pcs., shredded and diced
- Frozen broccoli — 1 package, 12 ounces
- Cream mushroom soup — 1 can, 10 ounces
- American cheese — ½ cup, or cheddar, shredded
- Black pepper — ½ tsp.
- Salt — ½ tsp.
- Olive oil — 1 tbsp.
- Mayonnaise — ¾ cup
Instructions
- Combine the eggs, cream of chicken or mushroom soup (whichever is available), mayonnaise, shredded chicken or turkey, cheese, black pepper, and salt in a large bowl.
- Mix everything properly until combined.
- Make sure the marinade coats the shredded chicken evenly.
- Steam a pack of frozen broccoli for at least 10 minutes until tender.
- Grease the baking dish with olive oil.
- Spread half of the package of steamed broccoli into the baking casserole. Then, scoop half of the creamy mixture over the top. Spread it fairly to fill the dish.
- Layer the rest of the pack of broccoli over the top and pour the remaining creamy chicken mixture over it to form two layers.
- Heat the oven to 375°F degrees.
- Bake the dish for 35-40 minutes until it becomes golden brown and the cheese is all bubbly and melted.
Substitutions
- A can of chicken soup — If there is no mushroom soup in the pantry, cream chicken soup can be a great substitute. Although it slightly alters the taste, a can of chicken soup can still provide a creamy base consistency like mushroom soup.
- Greek yogurt — Using Greek yogurt as an alternative to mayonnaise adds nutritional benefits to the dish. It is a good calcium, probiotics, and protein source.
Variations
- Spicy Nixon chicken — To add spice and heat, add a tablespoon of sriracha or chili garlic to the marinade. Sprinkling red pepper flakes is also a top-notch choice.
- Sweet Nixon chicken — Adding two tablespoons of honey and a teaspoon of grated ginger can make the Nixon Chicken more aromatic and sweeter.
Equipment
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Large mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon
- Baking dish
- Steamer or pot
- Oven
- Greasing brush
Storage
- Store any leftover Nixon Chicken in an airtight container to avoid food spoiling, and store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Pro Tips
- The Nixon Chicken recipe may be bland for some. Mix and match some ingredients for extra savor and texture — adjust it to the family’s liking.
- If you have no leftover meat, try boiling chicken or turkey in salted water for at least an hour. Leftover fried or roasted chicken could also be used.
