Description
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth to your table. This one-dish wonder combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and fluffy rice, all enveloped in a creamy cheese sauce. It’s a crowd-pleaser that transforms family dinners into delightful gatherings, ensuring even the pickiest eaters ask for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and chop the broccoli into small florets.
- Cook the rice according to package instructions until fluffy.
- In a large bowl, mix cream of chicken soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add cooked rice, chicken pieces, and broccoli florets to the sauce mixture; stir until well combined.
- Pour everything into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting broccoli with spinach or incorporating crispy bacon bits. You can also experiment with different cheeses like mozzarella or Monterey Jack for a unique twist.