By Wendy Stoltz and Yuliia Stsepeleva / Last Modified On February 15, 2023

This gluten-free chicken casserole is a cheesy comforting meal perfect for those cozy winter nights when you want a warm meal. Oozing with chicken, melted cheese and hidden veggies, this is a great hearty family casserole recipe to have on hand.

It's a great make-ahead recipe too! So, make a double batch and freeze it. You'll have an extra dinner for one of those busy evenings when you just can't get dinner going. And guess what, no traditional canned gluten-free cream of mushroom soup is used, scroll down, and see what I've used instead.

I love a good casserole, even for breakfast. Try this gluten-free breakfast casserole using your favorite breakfast sausage, ham, or bacon. Casseroles also make the best sides for a crowd like this gluten-free sweet potato casserole, or this gluten-free green bean casserole. If you enjoy chicken like most of our readers do, look at our range of gluten-free chicken recipes. 

GLUTEN-FREE CHICKEN CASSEROLE RECIPE

So, what I love the most about this recipe is the ease of making it. You can use whatever leftover chicken you have on hand or pop into your local store and buy a ready-made rotisserie chicken. 

I also like the fact that most veggies can be added into this gf chicken casserole. I have used frozen mixed veggies as I always have a bag on hand, but nothing stops you from adding whatever you have in the freezer or if you have any fresh veggies.

WHY YOU’RE GOING TO LOVE THIS GLUTEN-FREE CHICKEN CASSEROLE

Easy to make - If you're having a busy night, this casserole can be whipped up as it is pretty simple to make.

Freezer meal - This gf chicken casserole recipe is a total time saver. I like to make one to eat that night and another to freeze. It helps when life happens, and you can get a comfort meal out of the freezer.

Family friendly - Kids and adults alike love this recipe. Who doesn't love anything doused in cheesy goodness?

Hidden veggies - I like this casserole as I can add veggies for my kids. They don't seem to mind them as much as the cheese is the ultimate disguise.

INGREDIENTS IN GLUTEN-FREE CHICKEN CASSEROLE

Chicken - You can use chopped boiled chicken. I also like to get store-bought rotisserie chicken if I am short of time. You can also use any leftover chicken you have.

Broth - Use gluten-free chicken broth. This provides taste to the dish so get a decent quality broth as it will make or break this dish.

Yogurt - Greek yogurt this is used in place of the traditional canned cream of mushroom soup.

Cheese - Freshly grated or store-bought shredded cheese mix (cheddar) and light or regular cream cheese.

Garlic - I've used garlic puree. Add more depending on how much you love garlic. 

Breadcrumbs - I've made my gluten-free breadcrumbs recipe. You can use any stale bread or buy ready-made.

Vegetables - I use 1 cup of frozen vegetable mix. You can, however, use any veggies you like. 

Seasoning - For additional flavor, add dried thyme, salt, and paprika. Top it off with chopped parsley.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED FOR THIS GLUTEN-FREE CHICKEN CASSEROLE

Casserole dish - I have used a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Spatula - I like to use a spatula to serve it.

If you have any questions about making gluten-free chicken casserole, please leave a comment, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

HOW TO MAKE GLUTEN-FREE CHICKEN CASSEROLE

1. Preheat the oven to 360 F. Place chopped boiled chicken in a deep bowl and add cream cheese, frozen mixed vegetables, and garlic puree.
2. Add grated cheese, salt, spices, thyme, and Greek yogurt to the same bowl.
3. Mix everything thoroughly to get a homogeneous mix of chicken and vegetables.
4. Transfer the mix to a baking dish, level it.
5. Top the casserole with gluten-free breadcrumbs, place the baking dish in the oven and cook for 30 minutes. Remove the finished casserole from the oven, cut it with a spatula or knife, and then serve. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley if desired.

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions in gluten-free chicken casserole, please see the complete recipe below.

TIPS FOR MAKING THIS GLUTEN-FREE CHEESY CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE

Using store-bought chicken- Consider using a low-sodium broth if you use a store-bought chicken. 

Broth - Use decent-quality broth. I don't recommend using water.

Cheese - The cheese melts better if you grate it yourself and don't use the store-bought packs. But if you are short of time, use store-bought.

HOW DO I STORE MY GLUTEN-FREE CHICKEN CASSEROLE?

You can store your cooled casserole in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. I like to cover it with plastic wrap. You can reheat it in the microwave.

CAN I FREEZE GLUTEN-FREE CHICKEN CASSEROLE?

Yes, you can. Let it cool and then make sure to either cut it in portions and freeze them in an airtight container. Alternatively, freeze it in the casserole dish. Make sure the casserole is sealed to protect it from freezer burn with plastic wrap. You can freeze it for up to 3 months.

CAN YOU MAKE THIS GLUTEN-FREE CHICKEN CASSEROLE AHEAD OF TIME?

Yes, you can make it and then place it in the fridge or freezer. Reheat it when you're ready to eat it. 

CAN YOU SWAP THE FROZEN BROCCOLI FOR FRESH?

Yes, you can swap it out. 

HOW CAN YOU TURN THIS RECIPE INTO A FREEZER MEAL?

As mentioned above, you can either cook it and then let it cool and freeze it. Alternatively, freeze it uncooked. You can freeze it for up to 3 months. 

WHAT VARIATIONS CAN I MAKE TO THIS GF CHICKEN CASSEROLE?

Protein - Swap out the chicken for turkey. 

Veggies - Add in mushrooms, cauliflower, or asparagus.

Cheese - Try a variety of different cheeses like mozzarella, Swiss, or Colby Jack cheese. 

Herbs and Seasonings - Swop out the herbs and seasonings for rosemary or add some heat with red chili flakes.

WHAT SUBSTITUTES CAN I MAKE TO THIS GLUTEN-FREE CHICKEN CASSEROLE RECIPE?

Dairy-free - You'd need to sub the yogurt and cheese for diary-free casserole. 

Vegan - Use a vegan alternative for yogurt, broth, and dairy ingredients. Omit the chicken and add a vegan protein option. 

Egg-free - This dish is naturally egg-free.

WHAT CAN YOU SERVE WITH THIS GF CHICKEN CASSEROLE?

This is a complete meal on its own, but you can add:

• Gluten-free cornbread - Crumbly, sweet, and filling gluten-free cornbread is sure to be a staple in your gluten-free kitchen.
• Gluten-free drop biscuits - Easy and rustic, these gluten-free drop biscuits take less than thirty minutes to make with only 6 simple ingredients. 

 Did you make this gluten-free chicken casserole recipe? Please leave me a comment below letting me know what you thought.