Here are 35 of the best easy side dishes to serve with chicken casserole (or any meal using chicken breasts). You're sure to find a new family favorite!
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- 1. Garlic Green Beans
- 2. Roasted Beet Salad
- 3. Roasted Broccoli
- 4. Butter Swim Biscuits
- 5. Mediterranean Grilled Vegetables
- 6. Oven Roasted Acorn Squash
- 7. Cheesy Cornbread
- 8. Cowboy Baked Beans
- 9. Honey Lime Fruit Salad
- 10. Pico de Gallo
- 11. Bacon Cheddar Scones
- 12. Buttery Dinner Rolls
- 13. Corn on the Cobb
- 14. Winter Citrus Salad
- 15. Garlic Cheese Bombs
- 16. Cowboy Corn Casserole
- 17. Loaded Cauliflower Mash
- 18. Honey Glazed Carrots
- 19. Spinach Quinoa Salad with Feta Cheese
- 20. Herbed Beer Bread
- 21. Isreali Salad
- 22. Homemade Garlic Bread
- 23. Sauteed Bell Peppers
- 24. Zucchini Tomato Eggplant Bake
- 25. Oven Roasted Vegetables
- 26. Smoked Mushrooms
- 27. Chickpea Salad
- 28. Roasted Sweet Potato Salad
- 29. Honey Butter Skillet Corn
- 30. Cucumber Salad
- 31. Sauteed Spinach
- 32. Air Fryer Garlic Knots
- 33. Baked Brussel Sprouts
- 34. Homemade Cole Slaw
- 35. Baked Tomatoes with Prosciutto
- Easy Chicken Casserole Recipes
- More Side Dishes You'll Love
It's hard enough coming up with a dinner idea night after night, but side dishes, too?!? That's why I've got this great collection of delicious side dishes the whole family will love.
I love easy chicken casserole recipes because they save me time on busy weeknights and my family gobbles them up.
My two favorite side dishes are Make Ahead Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar and Cheddar Mashed Potatoes, but many classic chicken casserole recipes include pasta or potatoes, so I don't always want to serve another carb as a side.
From simple side dishes, including some that can be made in the slow cooker, to colorful salads, and breads, rolls and biscuits, we've got something for everyone.
1. Garlic Green Beans
This is such a great family favorite recipe. It's made with our famous garlic butter which adds tons of buttery, garlicky, goodness making this one of the best side dishes ever. Or give this Marinated Green Bean Salad from Flavor Mosaic a try.
2. Roasted Beet Salad
Sometimes chicken casseroles have a rich creamy sauce so I like to consider serving side dishes that are light and healthier like a fruit salad or this orange and mint beet salad. It's the perfect way to make a balanced meal.
3. Roasted Broccoli
Lightly dressed with olive oil and minced garlic (or garlic powder), this broccoli is a great way to add a healthy side dish for your meal. Pop it in the oven and you'll have it on the table in just 10 minutes!
4. Butter Swim Biscuits
These biscuits are so amazingly good and a great way to round out a chicken casserole like my creamy Chicken Pasta Bake. And if you want even more buttery goodness, serve these biscuits with our easy Brown Sugar Butter.
5. Mediterranean Grilled Vegetables
Dinner tonight is solved - these veggies are amazing with chicken breasts, casseroles, sirloin steaks, and just about every other meal!
6. Oven Roasted Acorn Squash
You cannot go wrong with this amazing squash with pecans and maple syrup. It is so good! I especially love serving this in the Fall when squash are in season.
7. Cheesy Cornbread
This is another family favorite recipe! You'll this easy cornbread recipe that you can make right in a skillet. Top it with cheddar cheese and you have one of the best side dishes out there!
8. Cowboy Baked Beans
This recipes takes a bit longer than most of the others on our list but you can't argue with the amazingly rich flavors from the bacon and our cowboy steak seasoning.
These beans can be made on the stovetop, in the slow cooker, or even on the grill!
9. Honey Lime Fruit Salad
This is my go to fruity salad. The honey lime drizzle is so good and I can use whatever fruit I have on hand. Trust me, your family will devour this!
During strawberry season I love this Fruit Salad with Orange Juice Dressing.
10. Pico de Gallo
When you have a casserole with lots of sour cream or cheese, it's nice to pair it with something fresh. This Pico de Gallo is perfect for Mexican food like Walking Taco Casserole, Taco Stuffed Shells, or Mexican Chicken Casserole.
11. Bacon Cheddar Scones
I'm totally in love with these bacon and cheddar cheese scones! Serve them with any tender chicken casserole dish!
These are great for when you're pulling a freezer meal out and have a little extra time on your hands (HAHA, I know!)
12. Buttery Dinner Rolls
This is my favorite go-to simple side dish because it is SO easy! Everyone always thinks you spent tons of time kneading dough but the secret is that these are semi-homemade and could not be more conveinent.
13. Corn on the Cobb
Super easy and tons of flavor! This corn on the cobb is my husband's favorite side dish. If you're not into grilling, try this recipe for Air Fryer Corn on the Cobb.
14. Winter Citrus Salad
When citrus is in season, this yummy salad with Orange Poppy Seed Dressing makes a fantastic side dish (you can also make the dressing with lemon juice if you prefer. I like to serve this light salad with Chicken Hashbrown Casserole.
15. Garlic Cheese Bombs
What's not to love about garlic rolls stuffed with cheese and brushed with garlic butter? I really love these as a side for Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake and there's no better way round out an Italian meal!
16. Cowboy Corn Casserole
This creamy corn casserole is awesome along with just about any chicken recipe. It's loaded with cream cheese, bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese and the flavor cannot be beat!
17. Loaded Cauliflower Mash
Bacon and shredded white cheddar make this is one of my favorite dishes to serve with a savory dish like garlic chicken thighs. Since it's low carb, it is also a great side for low-carb casseroles.
18. Honey Glazed Carrots
With just a couple minutes of prep time, these delicious carrots are ready in a flash. Carrots are a great side to serve with Ro-Tel Chicken Spaghetti with rotisserie chicken and cream of chicken soup.
19. Spinach Quinoa Salad with Feta Cheese
From Wendy Polisis - quinoa with baby spinach, pine nuts, and fresh basil is great to serve along with your favorite chicken casserole recipe. With crunch and tang, this is a great side dish.
20. Herbed Beer Bread
From She's Not Cookin - you don't need to worry about yeast when you're making beer bread and you can add your favorite seasonings, too. Try it with this Mediterranean Seasoning which is so flavorful!
21. Isreali Salad
From A Lot and A Little - a simple, light, and refreshing side dish that goes well with practically anything, but I especially love to serve it with hearty casseroles.
22. Homemade Garlic Bread
From Reuse Grow Enjoy - Garlic bread is one of those easy sides to make that just goes with just about everything! You can dress it up with one of our easy compound butter recipes. This Italian Cheese Bread from Saporito Kitchen looks pretty amazing, too.
23. Sauteed Bell Peppers
From Julie Blanner - are full of great flavor and make a great addition to any meal. I love serving them alongside my Chicken Pasta Bake.
24. Zucchini Tomato Eggplant Bake
From Everday Eileen - with loads of fresh veggies and lots of cheese, this is a delicious low carb side dish. Doesn't it look just divine?!?
25. Oven Roasted Vegetables
From Two Health Kitchens - these sheet pan veggies are super simple to make and it's easy to substitute the vegetables that your family likes best. These are simple seasoned with kosher salt, black pepper, and a little bit of parsley, but you could sprinkle on your favorite seasoning mix.
For a kick, try them with Magic Dust Seasoning.
26. Smoked Mushrooms
From The Cagle Diaries - buttery and delicous. These have loads of flavor from with just a few simple ingredients! You'll love this easy recipe.
27. Chickpea Salad
From Amira's Pantry - With mint, cumin, and cardamom, this is full of rich flavor. You could even stir in some wild rice and leftover chicken to make it a full meal for another night!
28. Roasted Sweet Potato Salad
From Restless Chipotle - this salad is loaded with sweet potatoes, apples, and pecans making it great idea for a Fall side dish. Plus it has a really yummy Vanilla Balsamic Vinaigrette.
29. Honey Butter Skillet Corn
From Spaceships and Laser Beams - quick and easy sides are the best and this one is super simple. Toss some frozen corn with honey, cream cheese, and butter and you're good to go!
You could also make a batch of Brown Sugar Butter and use it to make a similar recipe, but without the honey.
30. Cucumber Salad
From The Stay at Home Chef - with a light vinaigrette and fresh dill, this cucumber salad is quick, easy, and delicous! The best part is the tangy dressing with the sharp bite from the onions!
31. Sauteed Spinach
From Lemon Tree Dwelling - in my opinion, just about everything is better with minced garlic and cheese! This yummy side dish is ready in just 5 minutes making it a no-brainer for busy weeknights.
32. Air Fryer Garlic Knots
From Princess Pinky Girl - with a crunchy outside and fluffy inside, these garlic knots are totally delish. Dunk them in a little Cowboy Butter Dipping Sauce for a total explosion of flavor!
Or, if you have some of our Homemade Italian Seasoning on hand, this would be the perfect time to use it!
33. Baked Brussel Sprouts
From Bowl Me Over - carmelized brussel sprouts with ranch seasoning and olive oil are the perfect side for any creamy chicken casserole! These are not your grandma's soggy brussels sprouts!
34. Homemade Cole Slaw
From Recipe Rebel - A combination of mayo and cider vinegar make this slaw delicious! You might also like our Asian Purple Cabbage Slaw recipe.
35. Baked Tomatoes with Prosciutto
From Smart School House - You only need 10 minutes to whip up this side dish - which would be great with grilled chicken breasts, too. Roma tomatoes are totally transformed under the broiler with mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese and prosciutto.
Easy Chicken Casserole Recipes
I adore using leftover chicken, or slow cooker pulled chicken to make easy weeknight meals. Give one of these awesome recipes a try:
- Chicken Stuffing Bake - tender chicken and veggies with crispy stuffing on top.
- Chicken Pasta Bake - super creamy and cheesy!
- Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake - if you like chicken alfredo, you'll love this.
- Chicken Hashbrown Casserole - perfect for weeknight meals.
- Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole - the whole family will love it.
More Recipes Using Chicken
From chicken breasts and thighs to ground chicken, we have tons of recipes you can make for dinner tonight. Here are a few to check out:
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