Here’s a creamy, comforting Broccoli Chicken Cheese Casserole recipe—perfect for a hearty family meal. 🥦🍗🧀
Broccoli Chicken Cheese Casserole
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 3 cups broccoli florets (steamed or lightly blanched)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 can (10.5 oz / 300 ml) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup French fried onions or breadcrumbs (optional topping)
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Prepare the Filling
- In a large bowl, combine:
- Cooked chicken
- Broccoli
- 1½ cups of shredded cheese
- Cream of mushroom soup
- Sour cream
- Milk
- Garlic and onion powder
- Salt and pepper
- Mix well until evenly coated.
3. Assemble the Casserole
- Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle remaining ½ cup of cheese on top.
- Optional: Add French fried onions or breadcrumbs for a crunchy topping.
4. Bake
- Bake 25–30 minutes, until casserole is bubbly and cheese is melted.
- If topping is added, bake an extra 5 minutes for golden crispness.
5. Serve
- Let it cool 5 minutes before serving.
- Great with rice, mashed potatoes, or fresh bread.
Tips
- Make ahead: Assemble and refrigerate for a day, then bake when ready.
- For extra flavor, add ½ tsp paprika or a dash of hot sauce to the mixture.
- Swap cheddar with mozzarella or pepper jack for a different cheese profile.
If you want, I can also give a low-carb version using cauliflower instead of rice or breadcrumbs, keeping it keto-friendly while still creamy and cheesy.
