Chicken · Easy
Easy Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole
This easy chicken casserole combines tender chicken, broccoli, rice, and a creamy cheese sauce for a comforting, all-in-one dinner that's simple to make ahead.
15Prep min
35Cook min
50Total min
What you'll need
- 3 cupscooked, shredded chicken
- 3 cupsbroccoli florets, steamed
- 3 cupscooked white rice
- 1 can (10.5 oz)cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cupsour cream
- 2.5 cupsshredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/2 teaspoongarlic powder
- to tastesalt and black pepper
- 1/2 cup, optionalbreadcrumbs, for topping
Let's cook
- 1Preheat the oven to 375F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- 2In a large bowl, combine the chicken, broccoli, rice, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, half the cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- 3Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- 4Top with the remaining cheese and breadcrumbs if using.
- 5Bake for 30-35 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top.
Make it yours
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Add sauteed mushrooms for more flavor.
- Swap rice for cooked pasta.
Good with
- A simple side salad
- Dinner rolls
- Extra steamed broccoli
Frequently asked questions
Good questions, answered.
Can I assemble this ahead of time?
Yes, assemble up to a day ahead, cover, and refrigerate, then bake when ready, adding a few extra minutes.
Can I freeze this casserole?
Yes, it freezes well for up to 3 months; thaw overnight before baking.



