Name: Easy Baked Chicken, Rice, and Broccoli Casserole Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked rice; 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed; 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and diced; 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup; 1/2 cup milk; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping); 2 tablespoons melted butter (optional, for topping)

This Easy Baked Chicken, Rice, and Broccoli Casserole is a wholesome and delicious dinner option that combines tender chicken, nutritious broccoli, and hearty rice under a layer of melted cheese. It's perfect for a comforting family meal with minimal prep time.

Ingredients:

Cooking spray
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, diced
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped broccoli
1 cup uncooked white rice
¾ cup water
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese, or to taste

Directions:

Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.

Combine Ingredients:

In a mixing bowl, combine the diced chicken, condensed cream of chicken soup, frozen chopped broccoli, uncooked white rice, and water. Stir the mixture well to ensure that everything is evenly distributed.

Bake the Casserole:

Transfer the chicken mixture to the prepared baking pan. Cover the pan with aluminum foil to keep the moisture in.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Add Cheese:

After 30 minutes, remove the casserole from the oven and uncover it. Stir the mixture to make sure the rice cooks evenly. Sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese over the top.
Cover the dish again and return it to the oven. Continue to bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked, the rice is tender, and the cheese has melted into a bubbly layer.

Serve:

Remove the casserole from the oven. Let it sit for a couple of minutes to settle the flavors and cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

Calories: 446
Fat: 13g
Carbohydrates: 46g
Protein: 35g

This casserole is a complete meal in one dish, offering protein, vegetables, and starch, with the creamy texture of the soup and melted cheese adding comfort food appeal. It's also customizable; you can substitute the protein or add different vegetables according to your preferences or dietary needs. Enjoy your meal prep with this simple and satisfying casserole!