Chicken Broccoli Cheese Casserole
A creamy, cheesy, and comforting casserole made with tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and a rich cheese sauce, all baked to golden perfection. This easy dish is perfect for a family dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets steamed
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs optional for topping
- 2 tablespoons butter melted (if using breadcrumbs)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cooked chicken, steamed broccoli, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese.
- In another bowl, whisk together the sour cream, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and broccoli, stirring to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- If using breadcrumbs, mix them with melted butter and sprinkle over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavour, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to the sauce.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter version.
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Serve with rice or pasta for a complete meal.