Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole
If you’re looking for an easy, one-pan dish that brings together wholesome ingredients in a rich, creamy sauce, this recipe is the answer.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup uncooked rice white or brown
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk or milk alternative
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can 10.5 oz cream of mushroom or chicken soup (or homemade substitute)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat . Add cubed chicken, season with salt, pepper, garlic, and onion powder, and cook until browned on the outside.
- While the chicken cooks, steam the broccoli for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine rice, chicken broth, milk, cream of mushroom soup, and half the shredded cheese. Stir until well combined.
- Add the cooked chicken and steamed broccoli to the rice mixture and stir until evenly distributed.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly, and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. After removing the foil, bake for an additional 10 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Quick & Easy: This Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole comes together in under an hour with minimal prep.
One-Pan Meal: Fewer dishes make this a convenient option for busy weeknights.
Customizable: Easy to adapt with other veggies, cheese, or seasonings to suit your taste.
Nutritious: Packed with protein from chicken and fiber from broccoli and rice.
Kid-Friendly: The creamy, cheesy texture is a hit with kids and adults alike.
One-Pan Meal: Fewer dishes make this a convenient option for busy weeknights.
Customizable: Easy to adapt with other veggies, cheese, or seasonings to suit your taste.
Nutritious: Packed with protein from chicken and fiber from broccoli and rice.
Kid-Friendly: The creamy, cheesy texture is a hit with kids and adults alike.