Cubed chicken breasts, fresh broccoli florets and carrots are tossed in a parmesan cheese white sauce and baked in a casserole dish until golden brown.
Chicken and broccoli with white sauce
If you’re looking for a quick and comforting dinner, this Chicken and Broccoli in White Sauce recipe is the one for you. Tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and a creamy, savory white sauce come together in just 30 minutes for a meal that’s both easy to make and packed with flavor. The best part? It’s all made with simple, wholesome ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen!
This cheesy chicken and broccoli casserole is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something delicious but don’t want to spend hours cooking. Serve parmesan chicken and broccoli over steamed rice or noodles to soak up every last drop of that luscious white sauce. It’s a family-friendly meal that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Looking for more easy dishes with broccoli? Try my buttery garlic pasta with broccoli and crockpot cheesy chicken and broccoli next!
Chicken and broccoli casserole Ingredients
- Chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces for even cooking. You can also use chicken thighs for a juicier option.
- Broccoli florets, fresh is always better, but frozen broccoli works too. If using frozen, thaw and pat dry to prevent extra water in the sauce.
- Carrots, adds sweetness, color, and crunch to the dish. Slice them evenly into skinny discs so they are fully cooked.
- Heavy Cream and Parmesan Cheese makes the creamy cheese sauce.
- Other kitchen basics: olive oil, minced garlic, butter and salt and pepper.
How to Make Chicken and broccoli with white sauce
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken that’s been seasoned with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
While the oven preheats, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, cooking until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy.
In a 11×13 baking dish, layer the broccoli and carrots on the bottom, and then the cooked chicken on top. Even though I mentioned it above, I want to mention again that you want to slice the carrots thin so they will be fully cooked in 20 minutes. Don’t yell at me if your carrots aren’t cooked – slice them thin!
Note: When it’s sugar pea season in the garden I add a handful of chopped up sugar snap peas into the baking dish too! It adds really nice crunch!
Pour the creamy sauce over the vegetables and chicken.
And then stir to coat everything in the cheesy cream sauce.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving as is, or serve with hot rice or noodles. Enjoy!
Storing leftovers
Transfer leftovers to an airtight container, good in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When reheating, warm it gently on the stovetop over low heat, stirring occasionally, and add a splash of chicken broth or milk if the sauce thickens too much. Alternatively, reheat in the microwave until warm.
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Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole with White Sauce
PrintIngredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1- 1.5 pound chicken breast (boneless, skinless) cubed in bite size pieces
- 1 large head broccoli cut into small florets
- 2 carrots peeled, sliced into thin discs
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken that's been seasoned with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- Melt butter in a medium sized saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and saute for 30 seconds. Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese to the pan, stirring until thickened and creamy.
- In a 11×13 baking dish, layer your broccoli and carrots on the bottom, followed by the cooked chicken on top.
- Pour the creamy sauce on top of the vegetables and stir to fully coat.
- Bake for 20 minutes, allowing to cool a few minutes. Serve as is, or with rice or noodles. Enjoy!
Amy @ Elephant Eats says
Wow, what a weird coincidence! Obviously you were meant to make this…and now since I’m reading this, I’m meant to make it to 🙂
Ruby @ The Ruby Red Apron says
This looks delicious. I love that you still have veggies in the winter! 🙂
Amy Alt says
oh this looks soooo good I’m all about covering my veggies in a delicious sauce, it makes you eat so much more of them doesn’t it!
Lea Ann (Cooking On The Ranch) says
I think this sounds delicious. Pinned. And yes, I think chicken and broccoli make great partners. And I’ve got some ream in the fridge that’s still good from the holidays. Thanks for the recipe.
Rachel @ Bakerita says
This looks so absolutely delicious!! I would totally devour this for dinner, maybe with some brown rice. Perfection!
Joanne says
I feel like my parents used to order this a lot when we got Chinese take-out! But I haven’t had it in years. Looks like a great rendition of it!
Jess says
This looks amazing! Looks so creamy and yummy, I would definitely eat more vegetables if they were in a creamy white wine sauce! 🙂
Angie@Angie's Recipes says
I do, I do, and carrots too! This looks so delicious, Pamela.
The Café Sucre Farine says
You’ve introduced me to something new Pamela. This sounds wonderful. And I love seeing your garden in winter, how amazing!
Dixya @ Food, Pleasure, and Health says
maan those garden you got is impressive. Chicken and broccoli is one of my fav thing to get at Chinese restaurants too although I have had it with Asian sauce only. Well since you mentioned dairy free diet, you should try making cauliflower sauce or something.
Pam says
Mmmm. Creamy and delicious looking recipe. I have a feeling my kids would gobble these veggies right up.
Shundara@SavyNaturalista says
Fresh vegetables, I know it was good and since it’s been cold. Great way to warm up! I am loving the hair by the way.. Your hair is reminding me of a few anime characters.. I think I am watching to much Fairy tale but I am loving the hair! 🙂
Melanie @ Carmel Moments says
So simple yet so so good. That’s what some of the best recipes are. Looks delish.
So hard to believe you’re still growing veggies even in this climate. You go girl!
Mason Canyon says
This looks yummy. I’ve started using more broccoli and I’ll definitely include this recipe.
ela@GrayApron says
That’s a beauty! Love the idea of growing vegetables on the roof top, so big-city! 🙂 ela
Kumar's Kitchen says
cooking with ones own harvest is so unparalleled both in the terms of the freshness,the joy it gives and the delectable taste of dishes….a wonderful and comforting dish,thanks for sharing 🙂
Marta @ What should I eat for breakfast today says
I love your writing, so positive. And I like chicken with broccoli indeed.
Julia | JuliasAlbum.com says
Oh, this is such a comforting, hearty dish! I love brocolli and cream, and, of course, chicken is always a welcome addition, especially if you have to feed a guy! 😉
Tandy | Lavender and Lime says
This sounds really good and so glad your veggie garden is doing so well 🙂
Abbe@This is How I Cook says
What a simple, but perfect dish! And how lucky are you to have fresh veggies!
Liz says
I always have these ingredients on hand….I need to add this to our dinner menu ASAP!
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says
Oh yeah, this looks like my kind of dish! We have broccoli and carrots growing now but haven’t been able to pick any yet.
Kelly says
Love chicken and broccoli but have never tried it with white sauce, looks and sounds delicious:) That’s so awesome that you’re still growing veggies in the winter too!