Description
Chicken broccoli rice cheese casserole brings together hearty ingredients in one creamy dish. It’s warm, filling, and perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups chicken, shredded
- 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed
- 2 cups rice, cooked
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup milk
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Crank the oven to a toasty 350°F and grab a 9×13 inch baking dish for your casserole adventure.
- Grab a spacious mixing bowl and toss in 2 cups of warm cooked rice, 2 cups of tender shredded chicken, and 2 cups of steamed broccoli florets.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 can of cream of chicken soup, ½ cup milk, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, plus a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth.
- Pour your creamy soup mixture over the rice combination and stir until everything gets a delicious, even coating.
- Spread the entire mixture into your greased baking dish, making sure it’s evenly distributed.
- Generously shower 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese across the top of the casserole, covering every inch with cheesy goodness.
- Slide the dish into the preheated 350°F oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese transforms into a bubbling, golden blanket.
- Remove from the oven and let your casserole rest for 5 minutes – this helps it set and makes serving easier.
Notes
- Replace cream of chicken soup with homemade white sauce for a fresher, less processed flavor.
- Swap regular rice for brown rice or quinoa to boost nutritional value and add interesting texture.
- Ensure chicken is shredded finely for better distribution throughout the casserole and easier eating.
- For a gluten-free version, use cornstarch instead of flour in the sauce and check that soup is gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 670 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg