Easy Chicken Broccoli Casserole

A creamy and cheesy casserole featuring chicken and broccoli that is easy to prepare, perfect for weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 400

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

3 cups cooked and shredded chicken Rotisserie chicken is perfect.
4 cups small broccoli florets Fresh or frozen, thaw and pat dry if frozen.
1 can cream of chicken soup Can substitute with the from-scratch sauce.
1/2 cup sour cream For added richness.
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Mix of sharp cheddar and mozzarella recommended.
1 cup crushed buttery crackers or seasoned panko For the crunchy topping.
2 tablespoons melted butter To mix with crumbs for topping.

Seasoning

1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
to taste salt and black pepper
optional pinch red pepper flakes For heat.

Optional Add-ins

1 cup cooked rice For a fuller meal.
1/2 cup sautéed mushrooms For a deeper flavor.

Method

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Stir together the chicken, broccoli, cream of chicken soup (or substitute), sour cream, half of the cheese, and seasonings.
Spread the mixture in the greased baking dish.
Top with the remaining cheese and the crushed cracker or panko mixture.

Baking

Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the edges are bubbling and the topping is golden.

Notes

You can prepare the casserole up to the topping and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add topping just before baking for optimal crispness. It freezes well without the topping for up to 2 months.