Description
Broccoli Cheese Rice Casserole brings comfort straight from grandma’s kitchen, warming your soul with cheesy goodness and hearty vegetables. Creamy rice and tender broccoli blend perfectly, making dinner feel like a warm hug from home.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups rice
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup milk
Seasonings:
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oven to precisely 350F (175C) to create the perfect cooking environment for your casserole.
- Combine 2 cups cooked rice, 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 can cream of mushroom soup, ½ cup milk, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon onion powder in a spacious mixing bowl, blending your ingredients thoroughly.
- Sprinkle ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese into the mixture, folding it gently to distribute the cheese evenly throughout your casserole base.
- Grease a baking dish to prevent sticking and pour your creamy rice and broccoli blend into the prepared pan.
- Scatter the remaining ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese across the top, ensuring complete coverage for a golden, melty finish.
- Slide the casserole into the preheated oven and bake for exactly 30-35 minutes until the cheese transforms into a bubbling, golden blanket and the entire dish is thoroughly heated.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving your comforting creation.
Notes
- Adding a bit of panko breadcrumbs on top creates a delightful crispy texture that complements the creamy casserole.
- For a healthier twist, swap cream of mushroom soup with Greek yogurt and use reduced-fat cheese to lower calories.
- Roasting the broccoli before mixing helps intensify its flavor and prevents a watery casserole.
- When preparing ahead, assemble the dish and refrigerate, then add 10-15 minutes to baking time when ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg