Mom’s Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Casserole

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This creamy chicken casserole is packed with veggies. The sauce at the heart of this family-friendly casserole uses nonfat milk with a combination of nonfat Greek-style yogurt and a little mayonnaise to give it body.

Mom's Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole
Credit: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Cindy Barr
Active Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
6
  • This comforting casserole comes together in just 20 minutes.
  • Nonfat milk and yogurt keep the sauce nice and light.
  • Presliced onions and mushrooms save meal prep time.
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 (12-ounce) package steam-in-bag broccoli florets

  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil, such as canola or avocado

  • 1 cup chopped onion

  • 2 (8-ounce) packages sliced mushrooms

  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • cups nonfat milk

  • 3 cups chopped cooked chicken breast (about 12 ounces)

  • ½ cup nonfat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt

  • ¼ cup avocado mayonnaise

  • ½ teaspoon ground pepper

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • ½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Position an oven rack in upper third of oven. Preheat broiler.

  2. Cook 1 package broccoli in the microwave according to package directions.

  3. Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil; swirl to coat. Add 1 cup onion and 2 packages sliced mushrooms; cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are browned and the liquid has evaporated, 8 to 10 minutes. Sprinkle the mushroom mixture with 3 tablespoons flour and 1 teaspoon garlic powder; cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Stir in 1½ cups milk. Bring to a boil; cook, stirring, until thick and bubbly, about 3 minutes. Stir in the broccoli and 3 cups chicken; cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat. Stir in ½ cup yogurt, ¼ cup mayonnaise, ½ teaspoon pepper and ¼ teaspoon salt. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ½ cup Cheddar and ¼ cup Parmesan; broil until the cheeses are melted and bubbly, about 2 minutes.

Recipe Updates

Based on earlier review and comments of this recipe, we’ve retested and made the following adjustments (and updated the nutritional analysis accordingly):

  • Added 1 teaspoon garlic powder (to improve flavor)
  • Added Italian seasoning (to add flavor)
  • Decreased mushroom cooking time (to avoid overcooking the mushrooms).

Updated September 2025

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

306 Calories
13g Fat
18g Carbs
30g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Serving Size 1 1/2 cups
Calories 306
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 18g 7%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 8g
Added Sugars 0g 0%
Protein 30g 60%
Total Fat 13g 17%
Saturated Fat 4g 19%
Cholesterol 66mg 22%
Vitamin A 102µg
Vitamin C 54mg 60%
Vitamin D 1µg
Vitamin E 1mg 9%
Folate 71µg
Vitamin K 66µg
Sodium 409mg 18%
Calcium 248mg 19%
Iron 2mg 10%
Magnesium 54mg 13%
Potassium 782mg 17%
Zinc 2mg 20%
Vitamin B12 1µg
Omega 3 0g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.