Description
Creamy chicken broccoli rice casserole combines comfort and nutrition in one hearty dish. Cheesy layers of tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and fluffy rice will satisfy you completely.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
Starches and Vegetables:
- 3 cups cooked rice
- 2 cups broccoli florets (steamed or fresh)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Dairy and Seasoning:
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine shredded chicken, cooked rice, and chopped broccoli florets in a spacious mixing vessel.
- Incorporate cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and milk, blending ingredients until uniformly mixed.
- Introduce garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to enhance the flavor profile.
- Fold in half of the shredded cheddar cheese, ensuring even distribution throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the creamy concoction to a thoroughly greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading evenly.
- Generously scatter remaining cheese across the top surface of the casserole.
- For added texture, melt butter in a small skillet and toss with breadcrumbs until golden and crisp.
- Delicately sprinkle the buttered breadcrumbs over the cheese layer.
- Position the casserole in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven, allowing it to bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Monitor until the top turns a beautiful golden brown and the edges become bubbly and slightly crisp.
- Remove from oven and permit the casserole to rest for 5-7 minutes, allowing flavors to settle and texture to set.
- Serve warm, scooping generous portions directly from the baking dish.
Notes
- Swap chicken for tofu or plant-based protein to create a vegetarian version of this comforting casserole.
- Use brown rice instead of white for added fiber and nutty flavor, boosting the nutritional profile.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like Swiss or Gruyère to customize the taste and add complexity.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time to make this dish a quick weeknight meal solution for busy families.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg