Easy Broccoli Chicken Casserole
A comforting casserole with tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a creamy sauce topped with crispy bread crumbs, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
- 3 cups broccoli florets (steamed or blanched)
- 1 cup canned cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Reserve half for topping
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste Salt
- Pepper to taste Pepper
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken and broccoli florets.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the cream of chicken soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and broccoli mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Fold in half of the shredded cheddar cheese and reserve the rest for topping.
- Spoon the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
- In a small bowl, mix the bread crumbs with olive oil and the remaining cheddar cheese. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole.
Cooking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Enjoy this family-friendly dish hot!
Notes
Consider using Greek yogurt instead of cream of chicken soup for a lighter version. Ensure chicken is thoroughly cooked. To avoid a dry casserole, do not over-bake.