Creamy Chicken Broccoli Rice Cheese Casserole
Creamy chicken broccoli rice cheese casserole is a heartwarming one-dish meal that combines tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and fluffy rice enveloped in a rich cheese sauce. Perfect for family dinners or potlucks, this easy-to-make casserole delivers comfort and nostalgia in every bite. Whether you’re gathering around the dinner table or hosting friends, this dish promises to impress and satisfy everyone.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine uncooked rice, chopped chicken, broccoli florets, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, chicken broth, and sour cream. Mix well.
- Fold in half of the cheddar cheese into the mixture and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish; cover with aluminum foil and bake for about 45 minutes. Remove foil after 30 minutes to brown the cheese.
- Once cooked through (chicken should no longer be pink), let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - For quicker prep time, use leftover rotisserie chicken. - Substitute brown rice for white rice; pre-cook brown rice for best results. - Customize by adding your favorite vegetables or using plant-based proteins for a vegetarian option.