Ah, a classic comfort food! Here’s a detailed recipe for a Broccoli Chicken Cheese Casserole that’s creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor:
Ingredients (serves 4–6)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
- 3 cups broccoli florets, lightly steamed
- 1 cup cooked rice or pasta (optional, for a heartier casserole)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom for variation)
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (reserve 1/2 cup for topping)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs or crushed crackers (optional, for a crunchy topping)
- 2 tbsp butter (if using breadcrumbs)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the sauce: In a large bowl, mix the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine ingredients: Add the cooked chicken, broccoli, cooked rice/pasta (if using), and 1 cup of shredded cheese. Mix until everything is evenly coated.
- Transfer to baking dish: Pour mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Add topping: Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheese on top. If using breadcrumbs, melt butter and mix with breadcrumbs, then sprinkle over cheese.
- Bake: 25–30 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top.
- Serve: Let it rest 5 minutes before serving. Optional: garnish with chopped parsley.
💡 Tips & Variations:
- Swap chicken for turkey or ham for a twist.
- Add a pinch of paprika or cayenne for a little heat.
- Use a mix of cheeses (cheddar + mozzarella) for extra gooeyness.
- For a low-carb version, skip the rice/pasta.
If you want, I can also give you a super creamy, ultra-cheesy version that’s basically like broccoli chicken macaroni bake but 10x better.
Do you want me to do that?
