Description
This cheesy broccoli, chicken, and rice casserole is a comforting, all-in-one meal made with wholesome ingredients like chicken, broccoli, and rice, all tied together with a creamy, cheesy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
2 cups broccoli florets (steamed or blanched)
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom)
½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
1 cup milk
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
Salt & pepper to taste
Optional: ½ cup crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs mixed with 1 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked rice, chicken, broccoli, soup, sour cream, milk, 1½ cups of shredded cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stir until well mixed and pour into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
- Sprinkle additional shredded cheese on top. If desired, add the buttery cracker or breadcrumb topping.
- Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, until bubbly and the cheese is melted.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Rotisserie chicken is a great time-saving option.
You can sauté onions or mushrooms for added flavor.
Frozen broccoli florets can be used if thawed beforehand.
Monterey Jack or blended cheese can be used instead of cheddar.
To reheat, add a splash of milk if the casserole seems dry.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
