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Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole That Warms the Soul

This Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole combines wholesome ingredients for a family-friendly meal perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cups Diced Cooked Chicken Breasts Using rotisserie chicken saves time.
  • 1 ¾ cups Chicken Broth Provides moisture and flavor.
  • 1 cup White Long Grain Rice You can use brown rice for more fiber.
  • 1 cup Fresh Broccoli Florets Frozen broccoli works if drained well.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Used for sautéing the chicken.
  • ½ cup Milk Adjust to desired creaminess.
  • ½ cup Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
  • 1 can Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup Forms the creamy sauce base.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Consider mixing with other cheeses.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Customize with your favorite dried herbs.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for enhancing flavors.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Casserole Dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the casserole dish.
  2. Melt butter in a skillet and sauté chicken for 5 minutes until golden.
  3. Add chicken broth and olive oil to the same skillet, bring to boil, stir in rice, cover and simmer for 6 minutes.
  4. Mix in broccoli florets, cover, and cook for an additional 9 minutes.
  5. Turn off the heat and let the mixture rest for 10 minutes.
  6. Combine rice mixture with chicken, soup, milk, sour cream, and cheese in a bowl.
  7. Pour into casserole dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake covered for 15 minutes.
  8. Remove cover and bake for an additional 5 minutes to brown the top.
  9. Cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole is a great family meal that can be adapted based on your preferences. Using rotisserie chicken saves time without compromising flavor.

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