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Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

Comforting Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole Your Family Will Love

A comforting Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and crisp broccoli, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 3 cups Cooked Chicken rotisserie chicken makes for an easy substitute
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice any type of cooked rice works beautifully
  • 2 cups Broccoli Florets fresh or thawed frozen
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup can substitute with cream of mushroom
  • 1 cup Sour Cream
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese mix in other cheeses like Monterey Jack
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder or freshly chopped onion
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs try Panko for extra crispy finish
  • 4 tablespoons Melted Butter or olive oil for a healthy substitute

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
  2. Steam or blanch the broccoli florets for about 3-4 minutes until they are just tender and bright green. Drain well to remove excess moisture.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cooked rice, steamed broccoli, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  4. Transfer the mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading evenly.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and melted butter until coated. Sprinkle over the casserole.
  6. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until hot and bubbly with a golden brown topping.
  7. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole can be assembled up to 24 hours in advance and stored in the fridge. Add breadcrumbs just before baking.

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