Indulge in a culinary delight with our scrumptious Chicken Broccoli Casserole, a harmonious blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic casserole is a symphony of tender chicken, crisp-tender broccoli florets, and a creamy, cheesy sauce, all enveloped in a golden-brown breadcrumb topping. It's a perfect meal for busy weeknights, potlucks, or a cozy family dinner.
Our recipe collection features a variety of Chicken Broccoli Casserole variations, each offering unique twists on this beloved dish. From the classic version with a creamy mushroom sauce to a lighter, healthier rendition with Greek yogurt and whole wheat bread crumbs, there's a recipe to suit every palate and dietary preference.
For those seeking a rich and indulgent experience, our Creamy Chicken Broccoli Casserole with Bacon is a must-try. Crispy bacon adds an extra layer of flavor and texture to the creamy sauce, making it irresistible. If you're looking for a cheesy delight, our Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Casserole with Ritz Crackers delivers a golden-brown, cheesy crust that complements the tender chicken and broccoli perfectly.
For a healthier twist, our Greek Yogurt Chicken Broccoli Casserole lightens up the classic dish without compromising on flavor. Greek yogurt and whole wheat bread crumbs provide a healthier base, while still delivering a creamy, satisfying sauce and a crispy topping.
No matter which recipe you choose, our Chicken Broccoli Casserole collection promises a delicious and comforting meal that will be a hit with the whole family. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.
CHICKEN BROCCOLI CASSEROLE
Fix Trisha Yearwood's cheesy Chicken Broccoli Casserole recipe, from Trisha's Southern Kitchen on Food Network, as a comforting make-ahead meal.
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories main-dish
Time 2h50m
Yield 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9-by-13-by-2-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray or butter.
- Place the chicken in a large pot with water to cover. Add some salt, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a low simmer and cook the chicken until tender, about 45 minutes. Drain the chicken, cover, and refrigerate until cool, or up to 24 hours. Shred.
- Meanwhile, bring a medium pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets, and boil until crisp-tender, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Spread the rice in an even layer in the baking dish. Make a second layer with the broccoli. In a large bowl, mix the chicken soup, the sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, shredded chicken, half the Cheddar and some salt and pepper. Pour the mixture over the broccoli and top with the remaining Cheddar. Bake for 40 minutes; let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
CHEESY CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI CASSEROLE
Cheesy chicken-broccoli casserole. Eat as-is or serve over mashed potatoes or rice.
Provided by Eric Wood
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter the bottom and sides of a 9x13-inch dish.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add chicken and continue to boil until no longer pink, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine broccoli, cream of chicken soup, Cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, sour cream, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix well.
- Drain chicken and add to broccoli mixture. Mix well. Pour into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Add remaining Parmesan cheese on top and continue to bake until cheese is melted, 3 to 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Cholesterol 55.8 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 832.4 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
BROCCOLI, RICE, CHEESE, AND CHICKEN CASSEROLE
This is a delicious twist to broccoli, rice, and cheese casserole, and is VERY easy to make. You can also cut this in half. I use the 1 can cream of mushroom soup when I make half. You can also leave out the onion. It just gives it a little added flavor, but is still very good without it.
Provided by Heather
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Baked and Roasted
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Mix in the instant rice, cover, and remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes.
- In a 9x13 inch baking dish, mix the prepared rice, chicken, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, butter, milk, broccoli, onion, and processed cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Stir halfway through cooking to help cheese melt evenly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 756.1 calories, Carbohydrate 82.7 g, Cholesterol 109.5 mg, Fat 30.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 15.2 g, Sodium 1642.3 mg, Sugar 7.6 g
EASY BAKED CHICKEN, RICE, AND BROCCOLI CASSEROLE
No-fuss weeknight chicken casserole meal which covers all the bases...budget, taste, and ease.
Provided by B's Kitchen
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
- Combine chicken, soup, broccoli, rice, and water in a bowl; mix thoroughly. Transfer mixture to the prepared baking pan and cover with foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Uncover, stir, top with Cheddar cheese, and cover again. Continue to bake until chicken is no longer pink in the center, rice is tender, and cheese is melted and bubbly, about 10 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.1 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Cholesterol 88.4 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 34.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 649.1 mg, Sugar 1.5 g
CHICKEN, BROCCOLI, AND CHEDDAR CASSEROLE
Super comfort food, but kinda healthy because it has broccoli in it, right? My grandmother passed this chicken and Cheddar recipe down and it is a family favorite. After the first time I made it, I went on a casserole kick and made it twice a week for 3 months straight! I typically serve this over rice, but it is just as great by itself. Last time I didn't make rice, but served it with bread.
Provided by jamanleyx
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes Vegetable
Time 50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Combine chicken, broccoli, condensed soup, sour cream, and pepper in a bowl. Mix in 1 cup Cheddar cheese. Pour into a 2-quart casserole dish and top with remaining Cheddar cheese.
- Combine bread crumbs and butter in a bowl. Sprinkle over casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and cheese is melted, 30 to 35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 474.1 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 104 mg, Fat 29.8 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 28.6 g, SaturatedFat 15.5 g, Sodium 944.2 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
CHEESY CHICKEN, BROCCOLI AND RICE CASSEROLE
This lighter, fresher version of the classic chicken casserole is sure to become a family favorite.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 1h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350° F. Spray 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray.
- In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until translucent. Add mushrooms and salt; continue to cook 4 to 6 minutes or until any liquid evaporates and mushrooms are brown. Add broccoli; cook 30 seconds to 1 minute or until bright green. Transfer mixture to large bowl.
- Add rice to bowl. Stir to combine. Stir in chicken.
- In 1-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Sprinkle flour over melted butter; add 1/4 teaspoon salt. Beat with whisk. Cook 1 to 2 minutes or until mixture turns light brown. Slowly beat in milk with whisk 2 tablespoons at a time until smooth and combined. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Continue to cook and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat; cool 5 minutes.
- Slowly beat sour cream and Cheddar cheese into sauce mixture with whisk. Reserve 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese; set aside. Beat remaining Parmesan cheese into milk mixture. Add to bowl with chicken and vegetables; stir to combine. Pour into baking dish; spread evenly.
- Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until heated through. Top with remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 550 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g
CHICKEN BROCCOLI CASSEROLE
Broccole is a favorite vegetable in our home. This is one dish that always gets rave reviews. Serve it for a brunch or dinner.-Colleen Lewis, Cottonwood, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, cook broccoli in water until crisp-tender; drain. Place in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish; set aside. , Combine the chicken, soup, mayonnaise, cheese and curry powder; spoon over broccoli. Top with bread cubes and butter. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts :
BROCCOLI CHICKEN CASSEROLE I
A creamy chicken and broccoli bake.
Provided by Tracy
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Boil chicken until tender and shred or cut into bite size pieces. Meanwhile, steam broccoli until crisp but tender.
- In a small bowl mix together the soup and mayonnaise. Set aside. In a 9x13 inch baking dish layer the chicken, broccoli, soup mixture, and cheese. Sprinkle dry stuffing mix over the top and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 426.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23.1 g, Cholesterol 99.4 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 40.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 1031 mg, Sugar 4.7 g
CREAMY CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI CASSEROLE
This casserole is a hit with my whole family. Even my children enjoy eating their broccoli with this homemade meal.
Provided by Jill P
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes Vegetable
Time 54m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook until al dente, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain, cover, and set aside until needed.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat, and stir in 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add 1 cup broccoli; toss and cook just until tender, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle broccoli with flour, and cook 1 minute. Stir in the chicken broth, and bring to a boil. Pour in the milk, and stir to blend. Season with salt, pepper, and chipotle pepper powder, if desired. Reduce heat to medium, and simmer mixture until sauce thickens, 8 to 10 minutes. Mix in 1 cup Cheddar cheese and stir until melted. Remove from heat.
- Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in another large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the onion, ground chicken, and remaining 1 cup of broccoli. Cook and stir until chicken is evenly browned and no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Reduce heat, and cook until liquid is reduced, about 5 minutes.
- Preheat oven broiler to High. Lightly grease 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Toss the pasta with the broccoli sauce until evenly blended. Stir in the sour cream, if desired. Stir the broccoli sauce mixture into the chicken mixture. Spoon into the prepared baking dish. Top with remaining 1 cup Cheddar cheese.
- Cook under preheated broiler until cheese melts and browns around the edges, 3 to 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 780.5 calories, Carbohydrate 65.6 g, Cholesterol 124.7 mg, Fat 38.3 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 42.1 g, SaturatedFat 19.5 g, Sodium 405 mg, Sugar 5 g
CHEESY CHICKEN-BROCCOLI-CAULIFLOWER CASSEROLE
Delicious and filling! Cheesy mixture can also be made into a soup.
Provided by heatherbreeze
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Combine 1/2 the mushroom soup and an equal amount of water in a saucepan over medium heat. Add chicken. Bring to a simmer and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Heat 1 frozen, unopened bag of cauliflower and broccoli mix in the microwave until hot, 4 to 6 minutes. Let stand about 2 minutes; open bag and transfer vegetables to a bowl. Repeat with remaining bag.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add milk and salt; stir in remaining cream of mushroom soup. Add flour slowly, stirring constantly with a whisk to prevent lumps. Add Cheddar cheese. Cook and stir until cheese sauce is thick, 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic powder.
- Layer half the cooked vegetables into the bottom of a baking pan or casserole dish. Add half of the cooked chicken. Pour in half the cheese sauce. Add a light layer of bread crumbs. Add remaining vegetables, remaining chicken, and remaining cheese sauce. Top with a light layer of bread crumbs. Cover pan with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, 20 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.7 calories, Carbohydrate 20.1 g, Cholesterol 69.4 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 641 mg, Sugar 4.4 g
CHEESY CHICKEN BROCCOLI CASSEROLE
With plenty of tender chicken and broccoli, this cheese-topped dish is a real family-pleaser. In fact, my clan would eat it any day of the week.-Rachel Bywater, Holland, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a greased 2-qt. baking dish, layer chicken and broccoli. Combine the soup, sour cream and lemon juice; spread over broccoli. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts :
CHICKEN BROCCOLI RICE AND CHEESE CASSEROLE
3/18/13. I've updated this recipe to include alternate choices for the canned chicken the original recipe called for. Lately, I've been using store bought rotisserie chicken. I've seen a lot of recipes for broccoli, cheese and rice casseroles. However, this takes it from a side dish to a main meal casserole. It fills up the sink with dirty dishes, but that is the only draw back. You can make umpteen variations to customize the taste to your liking. I will offer substitution possibilities in the instructions.
Provided by LifeAfter40
Categories Chicken
Time 50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Drain 2 cans of chicken breast meat (You can substitute home boiled chicken or rotisserie- just chop it small).
- Boil broccoli till tender; drain.
- Boil rice. (You can substitute a packet of broccoli cheese rice mix such as Lipton's. Depending on amount of rice you want, might want to make two packets).
- Melt margarine in large frying pan. Saute onions till glassy. Add both soups and stir well. Add cheese and mix till melted. Remove from heat.
- Lightly grease a 13 x 9 glass dish.
- Spread rice evenly over bottom of dish.
- Spread broccoli over rice layer.
- Pour 1/3 of cheese sauce over the broccoli and rice and spread evenly.
- Spread chicken on top of cheese sauce and top with remaining sauce.
- If desired, sprinkle more shredded cheese on top.
- Bake at 350 for 30 minutes.
CHEESY BROCCOLI, CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE
Provided by Virginia Willis
Categories main-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees F. Combine the panko and half of the cheese. Set aside.
- Heat the stock, milk, bay leaf and thyme in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat until steaming. Keep warm while you prepare the vegetables. (You can skip infusing the liquid with the herbs if you like, but it does need to be warmed so it doesn't make lumpy gravy when you add it to the flour.)
- Heat the butter in a large ovenproof and flame-proof casserole or skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and celery. Cook until the onion is soft and translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms and season with salt and pepper; cook until tender, stirring occasionally, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, 45 to 60 seconds. Add the flour and stir to combine. (The mixture will be dry.)
- Remove the bay leaf and thyme from the stock mixture. Whisk the stock into the flour and vegetables. Add the remaining cup of cheese and stir until smooth. Add the rice and stir to combine. Add the sour cream, cayenne and nutmeg; stir until smooth. Place the 6 pieces of chicken in the casserole and snuggle them into the rice. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and transfer to the oven. Bake until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed, about 40 minutes.
- Meanwhile, place the broccoli in a microwave-safe bowl with 1/4 cup of water. Cover and microwave until the broccoli is just tender and bright green, about 2 minutes, depending on the strength of your microwave. Drain the broccoli and keep warm.
- Once the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed, remove the casserole from the oven and stir in the broccoli. (It's easiest if you transfer the chicken to a plate first, then stir in the broccoli, then pop the chicken back on top.) Smooth the top and sprinkle with the reserved panko-cheese mixture. Return to the oven and bake until the topping is golden brown, about 15 minutes longer. Place the casserole on a rack to cool slightly before serving.
CHICKEN, BROCCOLI AND CHEESE CASSEROLE
This casserole is super satisfying and creamy and uses a great trick to cut out extra butter and oil: Instead of making the traditional roux with butter, the cream sauce is thickened with a little flour.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 2h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Put the flour and broth into a large saucepan and whisk until the flour is dissolved. Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk continuously until the mixture comes to a boil; continue to whisk until the mixture is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat and whisk in 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Add the Cheddar and whisk until melted. Add the broccoli florets and stir to coat.
- Spray a 3-quart flameproof casserole dish with cooking spray. Toss the brown rice and chicken in a large bowl. Pour the broccoli-cheese sauce on top and mix well. Spread the mixture in the casserole dish and top with the Parmesan. Cover with foil and bake until bubbling and hot, about 25 minutes. Remove the foil and broil until the top is nicely browned, 2 to 5 minutes Serve hot.
- Make-Ahead Tip: Freeze the baked casserole for up to 2 weeks. Cover in foil and reheat at 350 degrees F until hot, 35 to 45 minutes.
CHICKEN, BROCCOLI AND RICE CASSEROLE
Make and share this Chicken, Broccoli and Rice Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Therese Crosby
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 56m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Melt butter over high heat, add chopped mushrooms.
- Cook and stir for about 2 minutes.
- Add onion and chicken pieces.
- Reduce heat to medium high and cook until chicken is just cooked through.
- Stir in garlic and cook for about a minute longer.
- Add undiluted chicken soup and velveeta cheese, stir until cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat and add cooked rice, thawed broccoli, sour cream, and pepper.
- Spoon mixture together and spoon into casserole dish sprayed with cooking oil.
- Spread shredded cheese over top and bake for 20 minutes at 350 degrees.
- NOTE: Instant rice makes this a quick and easy recipe.
- Instant rice can be made in the microwave in about 4 minutes while the chicken is cooking.
- If you prefer other rice then make it ahead of time.
CHEESY BROCCOLI AND CHICKEN CASSEROLE
Delicious, filling, gluten free, keto friendly, and super easy!
Provided by Robyn Stone
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place broccoli florets in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Layer shredded chicken on top; press down onto broccoli.
- Combine mayonnaise, heavy cream, chicken soup base, dill, and pepper in a bowl; mix well. Spread evenly over chicken and top with Cheddar cheese. Grease a piece of aluminum foil with cooking spray and cover baking dish with greased-side down.
- Bake covered in the preheated oven, about 45 minutes. Remove aluminum foil and bake until golden brown, about 15 minutes. Remove from oven and let stand for 10 to 20 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.8 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 68.6 mg, Fat 31.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 13.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 519.8 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
BROCCOLI-CAULIFLOWER CHICKEN CASSEROLE
A chicken, broccoli and rice casserole is one of our favorite comfort foods. I make my easy variation in the slow cooker. You can easily substitute whatever cheese you prefer. I sometimes use dairy-free cheese to create a more paleo-friendly dinner. The dish is also delicious sprinkled with a simple bread crumb topping. -Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a 6-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 6 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk broth, cream cheese, oil, sage, salt and pepper; pour over chicken mixture. Sprinkle with cheese. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until chicken and vegetables are tender. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 611mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 31g protein.
CHICKEN, BROCCOLI, AND STUFFING CASSEROLE
This is a recipe I got from a neighbor lady in Terre Haute, IN, when I was about 15 years old. I just love to cook and I love this casserole!!! Its Simple and Easy to make!
Provided by ShaunaHanners
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bake Chicken Breast in a 9x13 baking dish at 350* for approximately 35 minutes. Drain fluids from baking pan, cube the chicken into 1 inch squares.
- Next Combine the soup, Broccoli and Stuffing mix with a cup of water in a bowl until mixed thoroughly.
- Place cubed chicken into the bottom of the 9x13, smooth stuffing mixture over the chicken, and cover with the shredded cheddar.
- Bake at 350* for approximately 30 minutes.
- Let cool for 10 minutes, dip and enjoy!
KETO CHICKEN-BROCCOLI CASSEROLE
Following the keto diet, this casserole is cheesy, creamy, and easy to prepare. Any cheese can be used and any cut of chicken. I prefer chicken thighs because I find them more flavorful. The choice is yours.
Provided by Yoly
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Baked and Roasted
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Whisk in cream cheese, Gouda cheese, mayonnaise, chicken broth, and ranch dressing mix. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring constantly, until completely incorporated, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in broccoli, chicken, salt, and pepper until combined. Transfer to a casserole dish and top with Cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and broccoli-chicken mixture is heated through, about 25 minutes. Switch the oven to broil, and cook until cheese starts to brown, 2 to 4 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 428.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.3 g, Cholesterol 107.4 mg, Fat 35.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 16.8 g, Sodium 846.1 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
CURRIED CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI CASSEROLE
Chicken and broccoli get smothered in a creamy mushroom sauce that has just a touch of curry powder. The whole casserole is topped with Cheddar and breadcrumbs and baked until golden and bubbly.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 2 to 3 quart baking dish.
- Steam the broccoli in a large microwave-safe bowl with a splash of water, covered, until crisp-tender, 2-4 minutes. Alternatively, steam it in a saucepan with water over medium-high heat. Drain and set aside.
- Fill a large high-sided skillet with about 1 inch water and bring to a boil. Add the chicken and cool until just opaque, about 5 minutes. Drain the chicken and pat dry with paper towels.
- Stir together the mushroom soup, mayonnaise, lemon juice and curry powder in a large bowl.
- Arrange the broccoli on the bottom of the prepared baking dish, then top with the chicken and then the mushroom mixture. Sprinkle the top with the Cheddar and breadcrumbs.
- Dot the top with the butter. Bake until bubbly and golden brown, about 30 minutes.
Tips:
- Choose the right chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs work well in this casserole. If you prefer, you can also use cooked chicken.
- Use fresh broccoli: Fresh broccoli florets give the casserole a vibrant color and a crisp texture. If you don't have fresh broccoli, you can use frozen broccoli that has been thawed and drained.
- Don't overcook the chicken: The chicken should be cooked through but still juicy. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
- Use a good quality cheese: A sharp cheddar cheese or a combination of cheddar and Parmesan cheese will give the casserole a rich, cheesy flavor.
- Don't be afraid to experiment: You can add other vegetables to the casserole, such as carrots, celery, or zucchini. You can also change the type of cheese you use or add other seasonings, such as garlic or onion powder.
Conclusion:
Chicken broccoli casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its creamy sauce, tender chicken, and crisp broccoli, this casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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