Easy Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole Recipe
This Easy Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for a family dinner. It combines tender chicken, broccoli, rice, and a creamy sauce topped with melted cheese and crunchy breadcrumbs. A delicious and straightforward recipe that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
- 2 cups broccoli florets (steamed or blanched)
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Optional Topping:
- 1/2 cup crushed buttery crackers or breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine rice, chicken, broccoli, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, spices, 1 cup cheddar, and Parmesan cheese.
- Layer and Bake: Spread mixture in the baking dish, top with remaining cheddar and crackers. Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and cheese is melted. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken can be used for convenience.
- Fresh or frozen broccoli can be used—steam before adding.
- For a bit of heat, add red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
