Description
Classic chicken broccoli rice casserole combines creamy cheese sauce with tender chicken and hearty vegetables. Comforting flavors blend perfectly for a satisfying family meal you will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chicken, shredded
- 3 cups rice, cooked
- 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 can (10.5 oz/298 g) cream of chicken soup, condensed
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) sour cream
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Whisk together cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, and seasonings in a spacious mixing vessel until smooth and well-integrated.
- Fold in pre-cooked diced chicken, fluffy rice, and tender steamed broccoli florets, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Gently transfer the creamy mixture into a lightly greased rectangular baking dish, spreading evenly to create a uniform layer.
- Generously sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese across the top, covering the entire surface for maximum cheesy goodness.
- Position the casserole in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven, allowing the ingredients to meld and the cheese to transform into a golden, bubbling crust.
- Bake for approximately 25-30 minutes, watching for the telltale signs of a perfectly heated casserole: edges turning golden and cheese melting into a tempting blanket.
- Remove from oven and permit the dish to rest for 5-7 minutes, allowing the internal temperature to stabilize and flavors to settle before serving.
Notes
- Customize the casserole by using brown rice for added fiber and nutty flavor, perfect for health-conscious eaters.
- Swap dairy ingredients with dairy-free alternatives like coconut milk and vegan cheese to create a lactose-free version.
- Enhance protein content by adding quinoa or mixing different types of cooked chicken like rotisserie or grilled chicken for varied textures.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time to make this a quick weeknight meal, storing cooked chicken and rice separately in the refrigerator for faster assembly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg