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Creamy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

Tender chicken, broccoli, and rice baked in a creamy cheddar cheese sauce for an easy, protein-rich dinner ready in 45 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 425
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken diced, rotisserie works well
  • 2 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen, thawed and drained
  • 2 cups cooked rice white or brown
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded and divided
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup 10.5 oz
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup crispy fried onions optional, for topping

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch casserole dish
  • large mixing bowl
  • Medium bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cooked chicken, broccoli florets, and cooked rice. Toss together to distribute evenly.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken, broccoli, and rice. Add 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese and stir gently to coat everything evenly.
  5. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese over the top.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the edges are bubbling.
  8. If using crispy fried onions, sprinkle them over the top and bake for an additional 5 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to thicken.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes or in a 350°F oven for 20 minutes. Freezes for up to 2 months. Make-Ahead: Assemble without cheese topping, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Add cheese and bake, adding 5-10 extra minutes. Substitutions: Use rotisserie chicken for convenience. Replace sour cream with Greek yogurt. Use cream of mushroom soup for different flavor. Hand-grate cheese for best melting. If using frozen broccoli, ensure it's fully thawed and squeezed dry.