Description
A comforting creamy chicken broccoli rice cheese casserole, perfect for family dinners or gatherings, combining flavors of garlic, cheese, and tender chicken.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Optional: Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add in the uncooked rice, stirring with the onion and garlic for about a minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and cream of chicken soup. Stir well to combine and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
- Prepare the broccoli, steaming it for a few minutes if using fresh or thawing frozen broccoli slightly.
- Combine the shredded chicken, broccoli, milk, and seasonings in a large mixing bowl.
- Mix the rice mixture into the chicken and broccoli mixture, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving, and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Notes
Consider substituting brown rice for added fiber, or using turkey and dairy-free options for lighter versions of the dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg