Broccoli Chicken Casserole Recipe

Broccoli Chicken Casserole- An easy dish for the home cook that brings comfort, love, and some calories to any cheap-and-easy dinner table. Good for sneaking in veggies while being family-friendly.

What is Broccoli Chicken Casserole All About?

Broccoli Chicken Casserole is a one-pot, all-in-one baked comfort food that contains fresh chicken, tender broccoli, creamy sauce, and bubbling cheese. The flavor consists of rich and cozy sweet gooey cheese combined with savory chicken and refreshing bitter broccoli. This makes the best leftover food or weeknight dinners-honestly, it just tastes as amazing as the day after.

Ingredients

For the casserole base:

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
• 3 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen, lightly steamed)
• 2 cups cooked rice (optional but filling)

For the creamy sauce:

• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• ½ cup sour cream
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp salt

For the topping:

• 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp melted butter

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (or 190°C) and prepare a 9″ by 13″ baking dish with grease.
2. In the bowl, mix the soup, sour cream, mayonnaise, and seasonings.
3. Then, add the chicken, broccoli, and rice (if added). Stir until everything coats.
4. Of assembly; pour into the baking dish. Pour cheddar cheese on top unevenly.
5. Combine melted butter with the crumbled crackers in a small bowl. Sprinkle over the dish.
6. Bake thus uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
7. Cool slightly before serving.

Storage Tips

• Stay fresh in the fridge for leftovers up to four days.
• For the best texture, reheat in the oven at 350°F, or for quick meals, zap it using the microwave.
• I’ll freeze it tightly wrapped and use it as needed for up to two months.

Serving Suggestions

• Enjoy with salad or with some roasted veggies and call it a complete meal.
• Serve with some garlic bread or dinner rolls to create the ultimate comfort meal.
• Top it with a little hot sauce for zing: it tastes great.

Pro Tips & Variations

• If you have leftover chicken, substituting it is easy-you can even use turkey in place.
• Instead of sour cream, use Greek yogurt to make it a lighter version.
• You can also experiment with other cheeses like mozzarella or Monterey Jack.

FAQs

Can I use frozen broccoli? Yes, thaw it and drain it before mixing it in.

Is Broccoli Chicken Casserole gluten-free? Use gluten-free cream soup and crackers, and it works perfectly.

Can I make this ahead of time?

Absolutely—assembly, covering, refrigerating for a day, and then baking.

What if I don’t like mayonnaise?

You can add extra sour cream or Greek yogurt instead.

Try It!

Broccoli Chicken Casserole is exactly the type of food that always strikes a chord. It’s creamy, cheesy, and so quick and simple to throw together. Perfect for hectic nights or family dinners. Try it once; I’ll bet that it becomes a fixture in your kitchen!