Chicken Casserole Recipe (Chicken Broccoli Cheese Casserole)

Chicken Broccoli Cheese Casserole is a scrumptious, quick-to-make and comforting one-pan chicken casserole that’s perfect for busy weeknights.

This family-friendly casserole has a crescent-dough crust, a creamy chicken and broccoli filling, and a cheesy, crunchy French-fried-onion topping.

It delivers big flavor with minimal effort, and your family will want seconds every time you make it!

The easy recipe is a delectable way to feed your family on a busy weeknight or to make sure everyone gets a delicious meal even though you’re busy cooking for holiday gatherings and festivities.

It reheats well, so it’s a great make-ahead that lets individual servings heat in the microwave and serve anytime someone is ready.

I usually pair it with steamed vegetables or a simple house salad for a balanced, tasty meal I can prepare with little effort. It’s a hit every time, and I know it will become one of your favorite easy recipes!

Ingredient Tips and Info

• Crescent Dough – You only need one tube. I prefer to buy the sheet, but you can buy the triangles and pinch them together if you want.
• Precooked Chicken – Recently, I have started roasting two chickens at the start of the week, storing the meat and then using the carcasses to make bone broth. Then I have pre-cooked chicken and broth for recipes I will make throughout the week. You can definitely use one rotisserie chicken to make this recipe if you’re in a time crunch and don’t have pre-cooked chicken on hand.
• Red Onion – Any color works. Use what’s in your pantry.
• Fresh Broccoli – You’ll want small, bite-sized broccoli pieces. Don’t use big florets. Cut it down to bite-sized pieces. I used two broccoli crowns to get the two-cup measurement, but it will depend on the size of your crowns. If they are too big, they won’t cook properly. You want them to come out tender-crisp, but not raw.

• Cream of… Soup: You need two 10.5-ounce cans. I used Cream of Chicken Soup and Cream of Mushroom Soup. You can use all one kind or a combination. Cream of Celery also works well.
• Softened Cream Cheese
• Minced Garlic
• Freshly Grated Cheddar Cheese
• French-Fried Onions: You could leave these out if you prefer, but they add a crunchy texture and another layer of flavor. I used the Great Value brand from Walmart. They are almost $1.00 cheaper than the name brand, and there is no difference in quality or flavor.

FAQs

Sides for Chicken Broccoli Cheese Casserole

This easy cheesy chicken bake is perfect with so many simple side dishes. Pick one that fits your schedule and pantry for a quick and easy dinner that satisfies everyone at the table.

How to Make This Easy Chicken Casserole Recipe

My cheesy broccoli chicken bake comes together so quickly and bakes in about 30 minutes, making it a delicious choice for a busy weeknight.

You can also prep the filling and vegetables ahead of time and refrigerate them for up to 24 hours. Then assemble the casserole at the last minute and bake.

1. Preheat the oven to 375° and lightly grease a 9×13 baking pan.
2. Unroll a crescent roll sheet and press it into the bottom of the pan.
3. Evenly sprinkle minced onion over the dough, and then the chopped broccoli over the onions.
4. Combine the cream soup with the softened cream cheese until it is smooth and creamy. Stir in the minced garlic and shredded chicken.
5. Spread the chicken mixture evenly over the broccoli layer.
6. Add the freshly grated Cheddar cheese over the chicken, spreading it evenly.
7. Bake at 375° for 25 minutes, then sprinkle on the French-fried onions and bake an additional 5 minutes. Keep an eye on the chicken casserole at this point, so the fried onions don’t burn.
8. The casserole is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°. It will be hot and bubbly around the edges, and the cheese will be melted.

Cheesy Chicken Casserole for the Win!

This cheesy chicken and broccoli casserole is the kind of recipe that turns an ordinary weeknight into something cozy and memorable.

It’s simple to prepare, uses easy-to-find ingredients, and delivers the hug-on-a-plate comfort-food vibe we all crave on cold autumn and winter days.

Whether you’re feeding hungry kids after a long day or need a quick dish that keeps everyone happy during the holiday rush, this chicken and broccoli bake has you covered.

I hope this chicken casserole becomes a go-to favorite in your kitchen just as it has in mine.

It pairs beautifully with a simple salad or steamed veggies, reheats like a dream, and guarantees clean plates and smiling faces.

Give it a try this week, and enjoy the comfort of a home-cooked meal without the fuss!

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