Description
This Easy Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that is perfect for a family dinner. Creamy and cheesy with tender chicken, rice, and broccoli, this casserole is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Rice Mixture:
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
- 2 cups broccoli florets (steamed or blanched)
Sauce:
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Topping:
- 1/2 cup crushed buttery crackers or breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare Mixture: In a large bowl, combine rice, chicken, broccoli, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, 1 cup cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Assemble: Spread the mixture in the baking dish. Top with remaining cheese and crushed crackers or breadcrumbs if using.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Serve: Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Substitute brown rice or quinoa for a healthier option.
- Use thawed and drained frozen broccoli for convenience.
- Enhance flavor with hot sauce or Dijon mustard.
