Description
This chicken broccoli rice cheese casserole is a delicious, comforting meal that’s perfect for busy families. Packed with protein, vegetables, and complex carbs, it’s a balanced one-dish meal that’s easy to make and customize.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup crispy fried onions (optional, for topping)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, broccoli florets, and cooked rice.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the creamy mixture over the chicken, broccoli, and rice. Add 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheese. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
5. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
6. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese over the top.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. If desired, top with crispy fried onions and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
9. Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
You can use rotisserie chicken or any leftover cooked chicken to save time.
Swap in brown rice or quinoa for added fiber and nutrients.
For a lighter version, use reduced-fat cheese, light sour cream, and low-sodium soup.
Frozen broccoli can be used—just thaw and drain before adding.
Great for meal prep—store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: not specified
- Sodium: not specified
- Fat: not specified
- Saturated Fat: not specified
- Unsaturated Fat: not specified
- Trans Fat: not specified
- Carbohydrates: not specified
- Fiber: not specified
- Protein: not specified
- Cholesterol: not specified