Description
This comforting and cheesy Broccoli, Rice, Cheese, and Chicken Casserole is a satisfying meal perfect for a family dinner. Loaded with tender chicken, wholesome rice, fresh broccoli, and a creamy, flavorful sauce, this casserole is sure to be a hit at the dinner table.
Ingredients
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Chicken Casserole:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed
- 3 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 3 cups fresh broccoli florets, lightly steamed
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- ½ cup whole wheat breadcrumbs or crushed crackers (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Saute onion and garlic: In a skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Mix casserole ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, chicken, broccoli, onion mixture, cream of chicken soup, Greek yogurt, 1 cup of the cheddar cheese, chicken broth, Dijon mustard (if using), salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix until well combined.
- Bake: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Top with the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese. If using, sprinkle breadcrumbs or crushed crackers on top. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until hot and bubbly. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 2 days before baking.
- To lighten it up, substitute brown rice and use reduced-fat cheese.
- For extra flavor, stir in a dash of hot sauce or add mushrooms to the mix.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
