Description
Savory Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole is the ultimate comfort food for chilly nights, combining tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and fluffy rice in a creamy sauce. This easy-to-make dish promises to be a family favorite, perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. With its delightful flavors and comforting aroma, it’s sure to warm your heart and fill your home with happiness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil or butter. Cook diced chicken until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes). Ensure it’s fully cooked.
- Stir in chopped broccoli and uncooked rice; mix well.
- Add cream of mushroom soup and 1 cup of water; stir until combined.
- Season with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; stir again.
- Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil, sprinkle cheddar cheese on top, then bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg