Introduction
Broccoli Rice Chicken and Cheese Casserole is a timeless comfort dish made with tender chicken, fluffy rice, crisp broccoli, and a rich, cheesy sauce. It’s easy to prepare, family-friendly, and perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or make-ahead meals.
⏱️ Prep Time
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 35–40 minutes
- Total Time: 50–55 minutes
🧰 Equipment
- 9×13-inch baking dish
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium saucepan or skillet
- Measuring cups and spoons
📝 Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen, lightly steamed)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Colby-Jack)
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup sour cream or milk
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- Optional topping: crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs
📌 Ingredient Notes
- Chicken: Rotisserie chicken works great for convenience.
- Rice: Use fully cooked rice to prevent a crunchy texture.
- Broccoli: Frozen broccoli should be thawed and drained.
- Cheese: Sharp cheddar adds the best flavor.
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease baking dish.
- Mix the Casserole
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, rice, broccoli, 1½ cups cheese, soup, sour cream (or milk), chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until evenly combined.
- Assemble
- Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle remaining ½ cup cheese on top.
- Add cracker or breadcrumb topping if using, drizzle with melted butter.
- Bake
- Cover loosely with foil and bake 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Serve
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
