I am loving all these casserole dishes, lately. They are so easy to throw together and cook in a matter of minutes. If you are looking for a simple and delicious dinner recipe, this Easy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole is a recipe you have to try. I bet you will not find any better way to eat your chicken next time.

Easy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole Recipe

Growing up, my mom used to make something called Chicken Divan on Sundays and it was my FAVORITE.

I was going to make it, then decided to try a new spin on the recipe, a casserole dish.

I turned this into a casserole by cutting everything up into bite size pieces.

It was quite the hit at our house, and I have been making it weekly for the past month. My whole family loves this. And I am relieved to make this easy dinner weekly. Kids do not like broccoli florets, not in this case.

This easy recipe is so quick to throw together and it has an amazing flavor. Plus you can have this with white rice, brown rice or bread.

If you love this easy casserole, be sure to check out our Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole!

How to make Easy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole:

Step 1: Combine the sauce in a bowl. Don’t try to combine it all in the casserole, because it won’t evenly distribute.

Step 2: Be sure to cook your broccoli and chicken beforehand. They won’t get enough cook time in the oven, so this step should be done ahead of time to get a tender chicken and broccoli.

Chicken and broccoli tossed together in casserole dish

Step 3: Add in the sauce. You can mix it in a pan, or use another bowl. I usually mix it in the pan to avoid another dish to wash.

Sauce added to the unbaked Easy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole

Step 4: Add your bread crumbs and your cheese, then bake.

Unbaked Easy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole in a casserole dish

Step 5: Serve and enjoy.

A serving of Easy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole on a plate with a fork.

The chicken broccoli casserole recipe is not only an ultimate comfort food recipe it is healthy. It will take only a minute to be your favorite meal the first time when you bite at it.

Want to restore it for the next day? Restore the leftovers in a zip lock bag and put it in a freezer. Follow the baking process again when you are ready.

What other cheese would be good with this recipe?

I love this recipe, because it is so versatile, and you could easily switch out simple ingredients as needed. Such as onion powder, fresh garlic, olive oil, or black pepper.

We love adding vegetables, and different cheeses to this recipe.

This recipe calls for sharp cheddar cheese, however, you could use mozzarella, pepper jack cheese, parmesan cheese, cream cheese, cheddar jack, provolone, or any other favorite cheese.

You could also use one cheese, and top it with freshly grated parmesan cheese. It tastes amazing. The great thing is you can make it from leftover chicken and frozen broccoli. It’s a microwave-safe dish and saves much time on the stove.

What vegetable could I use in place of broccoli?

My husband is not a big broccoli lover. I don’t blame him. It has a terrible smell, and a really bitter after taste. However, in this recipe, the broccoli tenderizes and is smothered in cheesy goodness.

I could barely taste any hint of broccoli.

If you are totally opposed to broccoli, we do have a few options for you. Here is what we recommend:

Asparagus
Zucchini
Cauliflower
Peas and Carrots
Corn

You could really use any of your favorite vegetables, but these are the ones we recommend for this particular recipe.

Related recipe: This John Wayne Casserole is made with ground beef and biscuits for a hearty meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.

Easy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole Recipe

If you are looking for a simple and delicious dinner recipe, this Easy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole, is a recipe you have to try.

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 35

Total Time 50

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Ingredients

▢ 10.5 ounces cream of chicken, 1 can
▢ ½ cup sour cream
▢ 1 teaspoon lemon juice
▢ ½ teaspoon curry powder
▢ 4 cups fresh broccoli, chopped
▢ 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and cubed
▢ ¾ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
▢ ½ cup soft bread crumbs
▢ 2 Tablespoons butter , melted

Equipment

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Cook broccoli in boiling salted water until tender, then drain.
In a small bowl mix together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, lemon juice, and curry. Set aside.
In a 9 x 13 greased baking dish add broccoli and chicken.
Pour soup mixture over top and mix together.
Sprinkle with grated cheese. Combine bread crumbs with butter and sprinkle on top.
Bake for 25-30 minutes.

Notes

You can serve this with white rice, brown rice or bread.

Nutrition

Calories: 220 kcal · Carbohydrates: 11 g · Protein: 15 g · Fat: 13 g · Saturated Fat: 7 g · Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g · Monounsaturated Fat: 4 g · Trans Fat: 1 g · Cholesterol: 56 mg · Sodium: 477 mg · Potassium: 366 mg · Fiber: 2 g · Sugar: 2 g · Vitamin A: 648 IU · Vitamin C: 42 mg · Calcium: 135 mg · Iron: 1 mg

Cuisine: American

Course: Main Course

Did You Make This Recipe?We’d love to hear your thoughts! Leave a review or a question in the comment section below the post.

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Questions & Reviews

Lori Williamson says:

Yup, definitely a favorite in our house too! And also coming from "home at my mom's". I'm so glad you posted this favorite! I often substitute cauliflower if I have no broccoli. Thanks for sharing.

Mari Alexandra Dominguez says:

It was very good. Next time I won't put salt when I boil the water for the broccoli. The other stuff have enough salt.

Erin says:

Can frozen broccoli be used?

Cyd says:

Frozen broccoli should be fine in this recipe. Cook it and drain well.

Liza says:

can you use rotisserie chicken

Cyd says:

We love rotisserie chickens. You can add it to any recipes that call for cooked chicken.

Meg says:

Hmm... I wonder how this would work in an instapot...? I will let you know how it goes...

Nan says:

In the "Easy Steps" section you mentioned cooking the broccoli and spinach ahead of time. I don't see spinach in the actual recipe. Do you ever use spinach or was that just an error...I'll try spinach too if you've used it successfully!

Elizabeth Walker says:

I am wondering the same thing! It might be really good with spinach.

Cyd says:

Thanks for catching that typo Nan. It should be broccoli and chicken. I went in and corrected the error.

Holly Wilde says:

What is soft bread crumbs? Like panko?

Cyd says:

Soft bread crumbs are just regular bread broken into small pieces. When you add the soft breadcrumbs to the butter and add to the top, they get golden and buttery crunchy on top of the casserole.

Kris says:

I don’t like to use cream of chicken because of the msg. I’m allergic. Do you have an alternative for that?

Cyd says:

Here is a link to make your own Cream of Chicken soup. https://www.apinchofhealthy.com/homemade-condensed-cream-of-chicken-soup/

Van says:

Buy organic. Theres no msg. There's also no MSG in regular cream of chicken.

M.E. says:

Could the casserole be prepared a head of time? maybe jut the bread crumbs added before cooking?

Becky says:

This sounds wonderful! I was hoping to make tonight but just realized I have no sour cream. Is there anything I can use as a substitute?

Leslie says:

I don't buy processed foods like canned soups. Also, sour cream is a big no-no in our house b/c of high cholesterol. Another of your recipes (a kind of marzetti) also called for an 8-ounce block of cream cheese to feed 4! Yikes! Let me check some other plans for lower fat content...or do you have some?

Cyd says:

Plain Greek Yogurt can be subbed in for sour cream.

Cyd says:

This can easily be prepared the day before. Just cover well and keep in the fridge until ready to bake.

Jamie says:

I love to use rotisserie too, but only have canned organic chicken currently. Would that work?? Thanks!!

Kayla says:

Could this be frozen?

Cyd says:

This would definitely be great as a freezer meal.

Cyd says:

Canned chicken will work too!

Marie Lindsay says:

I am making this recipe for the second time so I can honestly say we love it

Janet Smith says:

Freeze before you bake or after? Add the cheese and breadcrumbs before the freeze? Trying to stock a freezer for a family in need.

Cyd says:

I would freeze before baking. Add cheese and breadcrumbs before freezing. Then write on the top of the foil to thaw and freeze and then the heating temp and time. You are awesome to help this family in need!

Susie says:

We love this recipe! I make it once a week!I always add cheese to the insides plus on top!

Margaret House says:

I don’t see anything as to how to make the sauce or how much chicken, cheese or broccoli please post the recipe. Thanks

Cyd says:

You need to scroll down in the post and the full recipe is there!

Jennifer says:

I don't like curry. Can something else be substituted in it's place or can I just omit it all together?

Cyd says:

You can just leave it out if you don't like it.

Debby LaBare says:

I daycare for the taste of curry powder. What spice would you suggest as a substitute?

Momma Cyd says:

You would be fine to just go without. It only calls for 1/2 teaspoon.

Rachel says:

One of my go to recipes! I add a drained can of corn before the layer of cheese. Soo good and so simple!

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Lori Williamson says:

Yup, definitely a favorite in our house too! And also coming from "home at my mom's". I'm so glad you posted this favorite! I often substitute cauliflower if I have no broccoli. Thanks for sharing.
Mari Alexandra Dominguez says:

It was very good. Next time I won't put salt when I boil the water for the broccoli. The other stuff have enough salt.
Erin says:

Can frozen broccoli be used?
Cyd says:

Frozen broccoli should be fine in this recipe. Cook it and drain well.
Liza says:

can you use rotisserie chicken
Cyd says:

We love rotisserie chickens. You can add it to any recipes that call for cooked chicken.
Meg says:

Hmm... I wonder how this would work in an instapot...? I will let you know how it goes...
Nan says:

In the "Easy Steps" section you mentioned cooking the broccoli and spinach ahead of time. I don't see spinach in the actual recipe. Do you ever use spinach or was that just an error...I'll try spinach too if you've used it successfully!
Elizabeth Walker says:

I am wondering the same thing! It might be really good with spinach.
Cyd says:

Thanks for catching that typo Nan. It should be broccoli and chicken. I went in and corrected the error.
Holly Wilde says:

What is soft bread crumbs? Like panko?
Cyd says:

Soft bread crumbs are just regular bread broken into small pieces. When you add the soft breadcrumbs to the butter and add to the top, they get golden and buttery crunchy on top of the casserole.
Kris says:

I don’t like to use cream of chicken because of the msg. I’m allergic. Do you have an alternative for that?
Cyd says:

Here is a link to make your own Cream of Chicken soup. https://www.apinchofhealthy.com/homemade-condensed-cream-of-chicken-soup/
Van says:

Buy organic. Theres no msg. There's also no MSG in regular cream of chicken.
M.E. says:

Could the casserole be prepared a head of time? maybe jut the bread crumbs added before cooking?
Becky says:

This sounds wonderful! I was hoping to make tonight but just realized I have no sour cream. Is there anything I can use as a substitute?
Leslie says:

I don't buy processed foods like canned soups. Also, sour cream is a big no-no in our house b/c of high cholesterol. Another of your recipes (a kind of marzetti) also called for an 8-ounce block of cream cheese to feed 4! Yikes! Let me check some other plans for lower fat content...or do you have some?
Cyd says:

Plain Greek Yogurt can be subbed in for sour cream.
Cyd says:

This can easily be prepared the day before. Just cover well and keep in the fridge until ready to bake.
Jamie says:

I love to use rotisserie too, but only have canned organic chicken currently. Would that work?? Thanks!!
Kayla says:

Could this be frozen?
Cyd says:

This would definitely be great as a freezer meal.
Cyd says:

Canned chicken will work too!
Marie Lindsay says:

I am making this recipe for the second time so I can honestly say we love it
Janet Smith says:

Freeze before you bake or after? Add the cheese and breadcrumbs before the freeze? Trying to stock a freezer for a family in need.
Cyd says:

I would freeze before baking. Add cheese and breadcrumbs before freezing. Then write on the top of the foil to thaw and freeze and then the heating temp and time. You are awesome to help this family in need!
Susie says:

We love this recipe! I make it once a week!I always add cheese to the insides plus on top!
Margaret House says:

I don’t see anything as to how to make the sauce or how much chicken, cheese or broccoli please post the recipe. Thanks
Cyd says:

You need to scroll down in the post and the full recipe is there!
Jennifer says:

I don't like curry. Can something else be substituted in it's place or can I just omit it all together?
Cyd says:

You can just leave it out if you don't like it.
Debby LaBare says:

I daycare for the taste of curry powder. What spice would you suggest as a substitute?
Momma Cyd says:

You would be fine to just go without. It only calls for 1/2 teaspoon.
Rachel says:

One of my go to recipes! I add a drained can of corn before the layer of cheese. Soo good and so simple!