Chicken Broccoli Rice Cheese Casserole

plated serving of cheesy chicken broccoli rice casserole

Chicken Broccoli Rice Cheese Casserole

This creamy chicken broccoli rice cheese casserole is the ultimate one-dish comfort food. It’s easy to prep, great for using rotisserie chicken, and makes a perfect family dinner or freezer meal.

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Course: Casserole

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 30

Total Time: 40

Servings: Servings

Calories: 410kcal

Author: Chloe White

Cost: $12

Equipment

1 9x13 Baking Dish Glass or ceramic
1 Large mixing bowl For combining ingredients
1 Oven preheated to 350°F
1 Foil Optional for baking cover

Ingredients

3 cups Cooked white rice Fresh or leftover works
2 cups Shredded rotisserie chicken Or cooked chicken breast
2 cups Broccoli florets Fresh or thawed from frozen
1 can Cream of chicken soup 10.5 oz or cream of mushroom as sub
½ cup Sour cream Or plain Greek yogurt
1½ cups Shredded sharp cheddar cheese Reserve ½ cup for topping
¼ cup Milk Helps keep casserole moist
1 tsp Garlic powder Optional
1 tsp Onion powder Optional
to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large bowl, combine cooked rice, chicken, broccoli, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, and 1 cup of shredded cheese.
Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir until evenly mixed.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
Top with remaining cheese, and cover loosely with foil (optional for a softer top).
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through.
Remove foil during the last 5 minutes to lightly brown the top if desired.
Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Swap cream of chicken for cream of mushroom or celery for a twist.

Add extra veggies like mushrooms or spinach for more nutrition.

Freeze leftovers in individual portions for easy reheating.

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