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Baked cheesy chicken and broccoli rice casserole with golden melted cheese and fresh broccoli florets

Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Rice Casserole

A simple and comforting casserole with chicken, broccoli, and rice in a creamy cheese sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
  • 2 cups broccoli florets chopped
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup 10.5 oz
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
For Topping
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, chicken, broccoli, cream of chicken soup, 1 cup cheddar cheese, milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  3. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  4. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese on top.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 22gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 220mgIron: 2mg

Notes

You can use fresh or frozen broccoli. If using frozen, thaw and drain it first.

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