Chicken Broccoli Casserole
Chicken Broccoli Casserole is a layered casserole made with frozen or fresh broccoli, shredded chicken, a delicious creamy sauce and topped off with grated cheese and toasted buttery breadcrumbs. It’s the perfect family casserole.
I love dishes with chicken and broccoli cuddling up next to each other. So does my family. Must be why we also love my Grilled Chicken Broccoli Alfredo. Chicken, broccoli and creamy sauces. What can I say?
How To Make Chicken and Broccoli Casserole
This really is an easy dish to put together. I precook one whole chicken. I usually buy mine at Costco, but any whole chicken will do.
Place the chicken into a large stock pot and boil it, until it is falling apart. Let it cool completely.
Once cool, de-bone the chicken. You will need about 3 cups of shredded chicken.
TIP: You could also use rotisserie chicken if that is easier.
Pre-cook the frozen chopped broccoli. Drain. Place on the bottom of a 9 x 13 casserole dish. Layer with shredded chicken.
Mix together Cream of Chicken Soup, Milk, Mayonnaise, and Lemon Juice. Spread on top of chicken. Top with a layer of grated cheddar cheese. (Lots of cheese please! It’s the BEST!)
In a bowl, mix together breadcrumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle on top of the cheese.
Bake in a 350-degree oven for 35–40 minutes until breadcrumbs are golden and sauce is bubbly.
Doesn’t that look yummy? A layer of broccoli, then chicken, cream sauce, cheddar cheese and topped off with buttery toasted breadcrumbs! The flavor combinations in this casserole blend together so beautifully.
The nice thing about this dish is that most of the ingredients are things found in your pantry or freezer. Just like my Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole…everything you need right at home to create another fantastic family-friendly dish!
I know there are some non-casserole-loving folks out there. Gasp! (Say it isn’t so!) I grew up on casseroles! With a family of six and a tight budget, casseroles were the main stay at our house. Thankfully, mom could stretch one chicken to feed all six of us!
I serve this casserole over steamed rice. You don’t have to. It’s perfect just the way it is! I usually make a green salad to serve alongside it.
The casserole is so rich in ingredients that it’s a meal by itself.
I’ve shared this recipe many times over the years. It’s instantly a favorite!
If you love this recipe, you’ll love these other delicious, easy, family-friendly casseroles
- Easy Chicken Rice Casserole
- Chicken Tortilla Casserole
- Creamy Chicken Noodle Casserole with Vegetables
- Chicken Ranch Tater Tot Casserole
- Easy Family Style Chicken Casseroles
- Turkey Cutlet Stuffing & Cranberry Casserole
- Classic Hot Chicken Chip Bake
I hope your family will love it as much as our family does! Please let me know if you try it and if your family enjoyed it in the comments below. I look forward to hearing from you.
Happy Nesting!
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Chicken Broccoli Casserole
Ingredients
- 2 – 10 oz packages frozen chopped broccoli or two small bags
- 3 cups boned chicken
- 2 10.5 oz cans of condensed cream of chicken soup
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 Tbs lemon juice
- 1 cup shredded medium cheddar cheese
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1 Tbs melted butter
Instructions
- Cook broccoli according to package direction in salted water till tender; drain well.* Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Arrange broccoli in the bottom of a 9 x 13 casserole dish. Layer chicken on top of broccoli. In a separate bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, milk and lemon juice. Mix until well blended.** Pour over chicken and spread out evenly. Cover with shredded cheddar cheese. In a small bowl combine bread crumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle bread crumb mixture over the top of cheese. Bake at 350 degrees until sauce is bubbly, cheese is melted and the bread crumbs are a nice deep golden color.
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Hi! I'm Norine, the cook, baker, and recipe creator behind Norine's Nest. I love sharing and creating recipes that invite family, friends, and neighbors to gather around the dinner table. Sharing good food and creating memories with those we love brings me happiness. Thanks for stopping by my Nest!
I loved this dish, will definitely make it again!
Oh, that makes me feel good! Thanks for sharing! 🙂
I can’t wait to try this!
Thanks Chelcie! This one is always on our monthly or bi-monthly rotation! It’s just pure comfort food…the best kind!
I made this last night, it was a real hit!!!! Everyone loved it!
Thanks for sharing! I am SO glad! I just love to hear that families are enjoying my recipes! Especially kids who we know can be picky eaters! At least mine were!
Making this for dinner tonight! Super excited to taste it. Thank you for sharing! So excited to try all that you post 🙂 Love ya!!
Ohhhh, I’m excited to hear how everyone likes it! Please let me know! Enjoy!
Norine! I’ve been looking for something “new” for dinner. This is a winner. Love how easy it is. Thank you for sharing a family favorite. Love this site. You rock!!!
Susan thank you so much!I hope your family loves it as much as we do!Thanks for checking out “my nest”!
I have always wanted to make this casserole but didn’t have a good recipe. Now I do!! Thanks, Norene. Can’t wait to try it. I am sure Neil will love it! Love your site!
Thanks Vicki! I’m so excited that you want to try the recipe. It is one of my very favorites! Let me know how you like it.
Can’t wait to try it out! Love your new site!
Thanks Joy! Let me know if your family enjoys it!
This is definitely a Family FAVORITE that you shared with me when we lived next door to one another many years ago!!!My grown children still request that I please make this for them when they visit!!My Daughter just made it and has your recipe memorized by Heart!!♡♡♡
Thanks Nancy! I always think of your family when I’m making this dish!