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Cheesy Broccoli Chicken and Rice Casserole

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A cozy, crowd-pleasing dish with tender chicken, nutritious broccoli, and melty cheese, all nestled in a comforting rice base.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
  • 2 cups cooked and chopped chicken breast Rotisserie chicken can be used for added flavor.
  • 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed until tender
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup Homemade version can be used.
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Optional, for crunch.
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Optional.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, chopped chicken, and tender broccoli. Mix them together until evenly distributed.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, milk, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
  4. Pour the soup mixture over the chicken, rice, and broccoli, stirring to ensure everything is well-coated.
  5. Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese generously over the top for that melty goodness.
  7. If you like some crunch, combine the breadcrumbs with Parmesan cheese in a small bowl, then sprinkle that mix over the casserole.
Baking
  1. Bake the dish in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until it’s heated through and the cheese is bubbling and lightly golden.
  2. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Freeze tightly covered for up to 3 months. For extra creaminess, consider adding cream cheese to the soup mixture.
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