Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole
This creamy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole is a comforting dinner loaded with cheesy flavors. Perfect for meal prep or family mealtime!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 2 cups of cooked rice, either white or brown
- 2 cups of cooked chicken, either shredded or diced
- 2 cups of broccoli florets, fresh or frozen
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, plus additional for topping
- 1 can (10.5 oz) of condensed cream of chicken soup, or a homemade version
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs mixed with 2 tablespoons of melted butter for a crunchy topping
Instructions
- First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This step ensures your casserole will bake evenly. Next, cook 1 cup of rice according to the package instructions until it’s tender and fluffy, then set it aside.
- Now, it’s time to sauté the chicken. Heat some oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken thighs and cook until they’re golden brown and cooked through, which should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Prepare the broccoli by chopping it into bite-sized florets. To get the best texture, lightly steam or blanch it until it’s crisp-tender.
- For the creamy sauce, mix cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, cheddar cheese, and Boursin cheese in a bowl until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, chicken, broccoli, and creamy sauce. Stir everything until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased casserole dish. Sprinkle extra cheese on top. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, or until the dish is bubbly and golden.
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