Name: Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed; 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed or blanched; 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked; 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided; 1/4 cup milk; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 cup crushed cornflakes (or Ritz crackers for topping); 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Description

This Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole is creamy, cheesy, and topped with a buttery crunch — perfect for an easy dinner, meal prep, or potluck. It’s made with simple ingredients like cooked chicken, broccoli florets, and uncooked rice all baked in a rich, comforting sauce. A great option if you’re looking for quick dinner ideas, healthyish family meals, or freezer-friendly casseroles. If you’re a fan of easy recipes with big flavor, this one’s a must-try!

Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed

2 cups broccoli florets, steamed or blanched

1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked

1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup

1/2 cup sour cream

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

1/4 cup milk

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 cup crushed cornflakes (or Ritz crackers for topping)

2 tablespoons butter, melted

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Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or butter.

2. In a large bowl, mix the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, mayonnaise, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.

3. Stir in uncooked rice, cooked chicken, broccoli, and 1 cup of cheddar cheese until evenly combined.

4. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.

5. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese on top.

6. In a small bowl, mix crushed cornflakes with melted butter. Sprinkle over the casserole.

7. Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, until rice is tender and top is golden brown.

8. Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Make sure to steam or blanch the broccoli just until tender-crisp to avoid mushy texture after baking.

You can prep the full casserole a day in advance, cover, and refrigerate — just add 5 minutes to bake time.

Swap cornflakes for Ritz crackers or panko breadcrumbs for the topping if preferred.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 480
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 710mg
Fat: 29g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 75mg