This Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Casserole is an easy, creamy, one-dish meal. This hearty entree is loaded with tender chicken, broccoli, and a rich cheese sauce. It’s a hearty dish with almost zero cleanup and minimal prep!
Serve with a spinach strawberry salad and my easy pizza dough breadsticks to soak up every cheesy bit.
Holly’s Recipe Highlights: Broccoli Chicken Casserole
- Flavor: This casserole is rich and creamy, with tender broccoli, savory chicken or ham, melted cheddar cheese, and a comforting blend of garlic, onion, and creamy sauce flavors.
- Why It Works: Eggs help bind the creamy filling so it holds together better when served.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve with rice or garlic bread for a more filling meal, or pair with a fresh salad for a lighter, balanced plate.
Cook Time: 50 minutes Servings: 6 Cook Method: Oven Baked
Ingredient Notes
- Frozen Broccoli: Thaw completely and drain well, gently pressing out excess moisture to prevent a watery casserole. Chop large broccoli florets into bite-sized pieces for more even servings.
- Cooked Chicken: The real time-saver here is the cooked chicken, which makes this a great dish to use up any leftover rotisserie or shredded chicken you have.
- Cheddar Cheese: Sharp cheddar adds a bolder flavor, while medium cheddar provides a milder taste and creamier melt. For the smoothest texture, shred cheese fresh from the block instead of using pre-shredded.
- Sour Cream: Use full-fat sour cream or replace with plain full-fat Greek yogurt for a slightly brighter, tangier flavor.
- Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup: Cream of chicken or cream of celery soup can be used as flavorful substitutes.
How to Make Broccoli Chicken Casserole
- Thaw and drain the broccoli (full recipe below).
- Mix all ingredients, reserving some cheese for the top.
- Spread into a baking dish, top with the remaining cheese, and bake.
Storing Leftovers
Keep leftovers for up to 4 days in the refrigerator and in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. Reheat in the microwave until hot, or cover the baking dish with foil and warm it in a 325°F oven.
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Broccoli Chicken Casserole
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 (10 ounce) packages broccoli frozen
- 2 cups cooked chopped chicken or ham
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Defrost broccoli and drain any liquid.
- Reserve 1 cup of cheese for topping. Combine all remaining ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
- Spread into a prepared dish. Top with cheese and bake 35 to 40 minutes or until golden.
Notes
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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This sounds yummy! What could I sub for the cream of mushroom soup??
Any “cream of” soup will work in this recipe or you could use alfredo sauce!