Chicken Broccoli Casserole
Chicken Broccoli Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, and comforting baked dish made with tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and a rich sauce, all topped with melted cheese or breadcrumbs. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner that’s hearty, flavorful, and family-friendly.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 4 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen, lightly steamed
- 1 can 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup (or homemade substitute)
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese plus more for topping
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs optional topping
- 2 tbsp melted butter if using crumb topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Mix filling: In a large bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, sour cream, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in chicken and broccoli.
- Assemble: Spread mixture evenly into the baking dish. Sprinkle extra cheese on top.
- Optional topping: Mix crushed crackers with melted butter and sprinkle over casserole.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
- Serve: Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute cream of mushroom soup for cream of chicken.
- Add cooked rice or pasta to make it a heartier one-pan meal.
- For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream and reduced-fat cheese.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days and can be frozen for 2 months.