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.
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 & 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.