Here’s a cozy, creamy chicken broccoli casserole—easy to make and perfect for a family meal:
🍗🥦 Chicken Broccoli Casserole
🛒 Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
- 3 cups broccoli (fresh or frozen, lightly steamed)
- 1 cup cooked rice or pasta (optional, for a fuller dish)
- 1 can cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
Optional toppings:
- Breadcrumbs or crushed crackers
- Extra cheese
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F)
- Mix the base
In a bowl, combine soup, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. - Add main ingredients
Stir in chicken, broccoli, rice (if using), and half the cheese. - Assemble
Pour into a greased baking dish. Top with remaining cheese and breadcrumbs. - Bake
Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
🔥 Variations
- Healthy version: Use yogurt instead of canned soup
- Low-carb: Skip rice/pasta
- Spicy twist: Add chili flakes or green chilies
- Desi style: Add a pinch of turmeric, cumin, and a bit of garam masala
🍽️ Serving ideas
- Serve with roti, garlic bread, or a fresh salad
- Great for meal prep—tastes even better the next day
If you want, I can give you a from-scratch (no canned soup) version or a quick stovetop version 👍
