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Chicken Broccoli Rice Cheese Casserole

A warm, creamy, and comforting casserole made with tender chicken, fluffy rice, fresh broccoli, and melted cheese. Perfect for weeknights, meal prep, or family gatherings — simple ingredients, big flavor, pure comfort.
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Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
  • 2 cups cooked rice white or brown
  • 2 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup 10.5 oz
  • 1 cup milk or heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a casserole dish.
  2. Steam or blanch broccoli until slightly tender.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken, cooked rice, broccoli, and 1 cup cheddar cheese.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, milk, chicken broth, melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour sauce over the rice mixture and stir until everything is well coated.
  6. Transfer mixture to the casserole dish and spread evenly.
  7. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese.
  8. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until hot, bubbly, and golden on top.
  9. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

• Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
• Add cream cheese or sour cream for a creamier casserole.
• Mix in mushrooms, peas, or spinach for more veggies.
• Top with panko breadcrumbs or crushed crackers for crunch.
• This casserole freezes well before or after baking.
Estimated per serving: Carbs 32g – Protein 26g – Fat 22g – Fiber 2g.