Description
This Easy Baked Chicken, Rice, and Broccoli Casserole is a comforting, all-in-one meal that combines tender chicken, creamy rice, and nutritious broccoli. It's simple to prepare and perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner.
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)
Instructions
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Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Mix Casserole Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, steamed broccoli, diced chicken, cream of chicken soup, milk, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is evenly distributed.
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Assemble the Casserole:
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Smooth the top with a spatula.
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Add Topping:
- If using, combine the breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over the top of the casserole for added crunch.
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Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly, and the topping is golden brown.
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Serve:
- Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving to set the flavors.
Notes
- Customize this casserole by adding different spices like paprika or dried herbs such as thyme or rosemary to enhance the flavor.
- You can also use leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg