Description
Cheesy Broccoli Chicken and Rice Casserole is a quick, family‑friendly bake combining fluffy rice, tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and melted cheddar for a comforting, one‑dish dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl combine rice, chicken, broccoli, half the cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and chicken broth. Mix well.
- Transfer mixture to a greased casserole dish.
- Sprinkle remaining cheddar on top and dot with butter.
- Cover with foil and bake 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake another 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let rest briefly before serving.
Notes
- For a lower‑carb version
- substitute cauliflower rice for the cooked rice. Use low‑sodium broth if watching salt intake. The casserole reheats well in the microwave or oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Family Dinners
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
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