How to Make Cheesy Chicken, Broccoli, and Rice Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cheesy chicken, broccoli, and rice casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a family meal or for entertaining guests. This casserole is packed with savory flavors, tender chicken, and crisp broccoli, all coated in a creamy, cheesy sauce. It's a hearty and satisfying dish that is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

This casserole is a great way to use up leftover chicken or rice, making it a convenient and budget-friendly option for any meal. It's also ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 1 ½ cups uncooked instant rice
  • 2 large cooked chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
  • 2 (10.5 ounce) cans condensed cream of broccoli soup
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Add rice, stir, cover, and remove from the heat. Let sit until water is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  • Transfer rice to a casserole dish and mix with chicken and broccoli.
  • Combine condensed soup, milk, bread crumbs, garlic powder, and pepper in a mixing bowl; mix until well combined. Add to the casserole dish along with 1/2 of the Cheddar cheese; mix to combine. Sprinkle remaining Cheddar over top.
  • Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until heated through and bubbly, about 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    450 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 95mg
    • Sodium: 930mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 33g
    • Vitamin C: 46mg
    • Calcium: 374mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 413mg