Description
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that warms your heart and soul. This dish features tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and fluffy rice, all enveloped in a rich, creamy cheese sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this casserole will have everyone coming back for seconds. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite ingredients, it’s a meal that’ll leave smiles all around the dinner table.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked white rice
- 2 cups boneless, skinless chicken breasts (diced)
- 1 cup fresh broccoli florets
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced chicken until golden brown (about 7-10 minutes).
- Add fresh broccoli florets and cooked rice to the skillet; stir until combined.
- In a bowl, mix cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Pour the cheesy mixture over the chicken-rice-broccoli blend; stir well.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbling at the edges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Experiment with different cheeses like gouda or mozzarella for varied flavors. You can substitute quinoa for rice or add mushrooms for extra texture. For make-ahead convenience, assemble the casserole a day prior and refrigerate before baking.