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Cheesy chicken broccoli rice casserole in a white baking dish on a white counter

Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

This Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole combines tender chicken, fresh broccoli, creamy rice, and a cheesy topping to create the ultimate comfort food. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or family gatherings!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Assembly Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Chicken breast or thighs Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cups Fresh broccoli florets Steam until crisp-tender
  • 3 cups Cooked White or brown rice Use pre-cooked rice
  • 1 can 10.5 oz Cream of mushroom soup Substitute with cream of chicken if preferred
  • 1 ½ cups Shredded cheddar cheese Divide for casserole and topping
  • 1 Small Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • ½ cup Milk or cream Adjust for desired creaminess
  • ½ cup Chicken broth For flavor and sauce consistency
  • ¼ cup Grated parmesan cheese Optional for extra flavor
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder For seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning For flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon Red pepper flakes Optional for slight heat
  • ½ cup Crispy fried onions For topping
  • ¼ cup Buttery breadcrumbs Optional for extra crunch
  • 2 tablespoon Chopped Fresh parsley For garnish

Equipment

  • 1 19x13 baking dish For assembling and baking the casserole
  • 1 Large skillet For cooking chicken and sautéing onions
  • 1 Rice cooker or pot To cook the rice
  • 1 Mixing bow For combining ingredients
  • 1 Measuring cups/spoons For accurate measurements
  • 1 Ssharp knife For chopping chicken, onions, and broccoli
  • 1 Cutting board For chopping ingredients
  • 1 Wooden spoon For mixing and stirring

Method
 

Step 1
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 baking dish. Cook rice according to package instructions and set aside.
  2. Steam broccoli until crisp-tender and set aside.
Step 2
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add chicken and cook until golden and fully cooked. Set aside
Step 3
  1. In the same skillet, sauté onions and garlic until softened and fragrant.
Step 4
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, milk, chicken broth, black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
  2. 5 In the greased baking dish, layer the cooked rice, chicken, broccoli, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Pour the soup mixture evenly over the layers.
  3. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top.
Step 6
  1. Top with crispy fried onions, buttery breadcrumbs, and Parmesan cheese if desired.
Step 7
  1. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  2. Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.