Description
Hearty chicken broccoli rice casserole brings classic comfort to dinner tables across America. Simple ingredients combine for a creamy, satisfying meal you can enjoy with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups chicken, shredded or diced
- 3 cups broccoli florets, steamed
- 2 cups white rice, cooked
Dairy and Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 can (10.5 ounces/298 grams) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
Seasoning and Topping:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 375F (190C) and coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- Create a creamy base by whisking together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until the mixture becomes smooth and uniform.
- Incorporate shredded cooked chicken, chopped broccoli florets, cooked rice, and one cup of shredded cheese into the creamy sauce, ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly blended.
- Distribute the mixture evenly across the prepared baking dish, using a spatula to create a level surface.
- Optional: Sprinkle a light layer of breadcrumbs over the casserole for added texture and golden-brown crispiness.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, watching for bubbling edges and a heated center.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the casserole to set and cool slightly.
- Serve immediately while warm, garnishing with additional cheese or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Customize the dish by using brown rice for added fiber and nutrients, which provides a healthier twist to the classic recipe.
- Swap cream of chicken soup with a homemade version or a low-sodium alternative to control salt and preservative intake.
- Make it vegetarian by replacing chicken with plant-based protein like tofu, chickpeas, or white beans for a protein-packed meatless option.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs or skip them entirely, and ensure all other ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 640 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg