Easy recipe for 32+ Irresistible Dairy-Free Casserole Recipes
Craving comfort food? Find 32+ Irresistible Dairy-Free Casserole Recipes for easy, creamy, and healthy weeknight dinners. This Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Bake is a perfect example of a comforting, dairy-free classic.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil divided
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour or a gluten-free all-purpose blend
- 2.5 cups unsweetened almond milk or other plain, unsweetened dairy-free milk
- ¼ cup nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs check for dairy-free
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cubed chicken and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle the flour over the onions and garlic, and whisk constantly for 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste. Slowly pour in the unsweetened almond milk while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Continue to simmer, whisking occasionally, until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the nutritional yeast, dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Add the cooked chicken and broccoli florets to the creamy sauce. Stir gently to combine everything until well-coated.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer. Sprinkle the panko breadcrumbs evenly over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Variations: Feel free to add 8 oz of sliced mushrooms with the onions, or stir in 1 cup of cooked rice or quinoa for a more filling casserole.
Extra Creamy Tip: For an even richer sauce, substitute 1 cup of the almond milk with 1 cup of full-fat canned coconut milk or blended cashew cream.
Variations: Feel free to add 8 oz of sliced mushrooms with the onions, or stir in 1 cup of cooked rice or quinoa for a more filling casserole.
Extra Creamy Tip: For an even richer sauce, substitute 1 cup of the almond milk with 1 cup of full-fat canned coconut milk or blended cashew cream.
