Description
This comforting Broccoli, Rice, Cheese, and Chicken Casserole combines tender chicken, nutritious broccoli, and creamy cheeses, all baked together for a satisfying meal. Perfect for family dinners and easy to prepare!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups uncooked rice
- 1 (10-ounce) can of cream of chicken soup
- 1 (10-ounce) can of cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 cup milk
- 1 small white onion, diced
- 16 ounces broccoli pieces (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- FIRST STEP: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook the rice according to package directions until tender.
- SECOND STEP: In a 9×13-inch baking pan, combine the cooked rice and shredded chicken. Add in the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, butter, broccoli, and diced onion. Stir together with 1 cup of the shredded cheese until well mixed.
- THIRD STEP: Bake the mixture in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes. During the last few minutes of baking, sprinkle the remaining cheese on top and allow it to melt. Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- FOURTH STEP: Serve the casserole hot, paired with a dinner salad or breadsticks. Enjoy!
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before baking.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated for an easy meal throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg