Description

This Cheesy Broccoli Chicken and Rice Casserole is a comforting and easy-to-make dish that the whole family will love. It combines tender chicken, steamed broccoli, cooked rice, and a creamy cheese sauce baked to perfection.

Ingredients

For the Casserole:

2 cups cooked white rice
2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
2 cups broccoli florets (steamed until tender)
1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter (for greasing)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine rice, chicken, broccoli, soup, sour cream, milk, seasonings, and 1 cup of cheddar.
Bake: Spread mixture in the dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake for 25–30 minutes.
Rest and serve: Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

You can use brown rice or quinoa instead of white rice.
Frozen broccoli, if thawed and drained, can be a time-saving option.
For added flavor, try stirring in Parmesan or a dash of hot sauce.