Description
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole is the ultimate comfort dish that brings together tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and fluffy rice, all enveloped in a creamy cheddar cheese sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings, delivering nostalgia with every bite. With its gooey texture and warm flavors, it’s bound to become a favorite on your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Dice chicken breasts and sauté in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through (about 5 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook rice according to package instructions until fluffy.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, cooked rice, broccoli, cream of chicken soup, and half the cheese. Mix well.
- Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg