One-Pan Creamy Chicken & Veggie Casserole
A comforting, one-pan meal with tender chicken, roasted vegetables, and a velvety cream sauce. This american-inspired chicken (vegetarian-friendly) ready in about 70 minutes pairs boneless chicken thighs, broccoli florets, carrot slices for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 1.5 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrot slices
- 1 can (10 oz) creamed mushroom soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil and spread chicken thighs in a single layer. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Roast for 25 minutes until golden.
- Step 2: In the same dish, add broccoli and carrot slices. Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil and toss to coat. Roast for 15 minutes until tender.
- Step 3: Stir in creamed mushroom soup and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until melted and creamy. Return to oven and bake for 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Creamy Chicken & Veggie Casserole take to make?
Total time is about 70 minutes (20 min prep + 50 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pan Creamy Chicken & Veggie Casserole?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep boneless chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Creamy Chicken & Veggie Casserole?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pan Creamy Chicken & Veggie Casserole for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is One-Pan Creamy Chicken & Veggie Casserole vegetarian-friendly?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian-friendly based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
