Description
This comforting and easy-to-make Broccoli, Rice, Cheese, and Chicken Casserole is a delicious family dinner option. Loaded with tender chicken, fluffy rice, wholesome broccoli, and a creamy cheesy sauce, this casserole is the perfect balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
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Chicken Casserole:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 2 cups broccoli florets, lightly steamed or blanched
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Topping:
- 1/2 cup crushed butter crackers or breadcrumbs (optional)
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the chicken, rice, broccoli, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Add Topping: If desired, mix crushed crackers or breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over the top.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until hot, bubbly, and the top is golden brown.
- Rest and Serve: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken and frozen broccoli for convenience.
- For a healthier option, consider using reduced-fat cheese, low-fat sour cream, and low-sodium soup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
