Creamy Broccoli Chicken Bake with Cheesy Rice Layers
This creamy and cheesy Broccoli, Rice, Cheese, and Chicken Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that’s quick, easy, and satisfying! Packed with tender chicken, flavorful broccoli, and gooey cheddar cheese, this dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner. Plus, it’s an excellent way to sneak in some greens.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups uncooked rice
- 1 (10-ounce) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 (10-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- ¼ cup butter
- 1 cup milk
- 1 small white onion, finely chopped
- 16 ounces broccoli pieces
- 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Rice
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the rice according to package directions.
Step 2: Prepare the Casserole
- In a 9×13-inch baking pan, combine the cooked rice, shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, butter, broccoli pieces, and chopped onion.
- Stir in 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese until evenly combined.
Step 3: Bake
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes.
Step 4: Add the Cheese Topping
- During the last few minutes of baking, sprinkle the remaining cup of cheddar cheese over the top and let it melt.
Step 5: Rest and Serve
- Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, alongside a fresh dinner salad.
Notes
- Substitute frozen broccoli for fresh if needed, just thaw and drain it first.
- Rotisserie chicken works perfectly for this recipe.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approx. 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg