Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Casserole
This Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish featuring tender chicken and broccoli smothered in a creamy cheese sauce and topped with crispy French fried onions.
Equipment
- Two 2-quart shallow baking dishes
- mixing bowl
- whisk,
Ingredients
- 1 can 10 ¾ oz. cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can 10 ¾ oz. cream of celery soup
- 1 cup mayonnaise or milk
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 bag 20 oz. frozen broccoli cuts, thawed and drained
- 3 lb. cooked chicken chopped into small pieces
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese 4 oz.
- 1 can 2.8 oz. French fried onions
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare Dishes:
- Lightly grease two 2-quart shallow baking dishes.
Prepare Sauce:
- In a bowl, whisk together the undiluted cream of mushroom soup, cream of celery soup, mayonnaise or milk, and lemon juice until well blended.
Assemble Casserole:
- Divide the broccoli evenly between the two baking dishes, placing half of the broccoli in each dish.
- Top the broccoli with half of the cooked chicken in each baking dish.
- Pour the soup mixture over each baking dish, spreading it evenly to cover the chicken and broccoli.
- Sprinkle shredded Cheddar cheese over each baking dish.
Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until lightly browned and bubbly.
- Scatter French fried onions over the tops of the casseroles and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, until the onions are golden brown and crispy.
Serve:
- Serve hot.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Pair this comforting casserole with a crisp and fruity white wine like Riesling or a light-bodied red wine such as Pinot Noir. These wines will complement the creamy texture and savory flavors of the dish.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 500 kcal | Carbohydrates: 15 g | Protein: 40 g | Fat: 30 g | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 3 g
