Creamy Chicken Broccoli Rice Cheese Casserole

This casserole combines cooked chicken, broccoli, and rice in a creamy sauce built from cream of chicken soup and sour cream, then bakes it under a blanket of melted cheddar. It's an easy way to turn leftover chicken and rice into a full dinner, with an optional crispy fried onion topping for extra crunch. It's the kind of dish that reheats well, making it great for meal prep.

Cooked chicken, broccoli, and rice bake together in a creamy sauce topped with melted cheddar for an easy, filling casserole.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Fast: ready in about 45 minutes (15 min prep, 30 min cook)
• Simple: 12 everyday ingredients
• Feeds the family: 8 servings
• Light: about 425 calories per serving

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chicken (diced)
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 2 cups cooked rice
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 can (10.5 oz cream of chicken soup)
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup crispy fried onions (optional, for topping)

Instructions

1. Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Combine the cooked chicken, broccoli florets, and cooked rice in a large mixing bowl.
3. Whisk together the cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
4. Pour the creamy mixture over the chicken, broccoli, and rice, add 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheese, and stir gently to combine.
5. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish and spread it evenly.
6. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese over the top.
7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. If using, top with crispy fried onions and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
9. Let the casserole cool for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Cooking Tips

• Use leftover or rotisserie chicken to save time on this recipe.
• Stir the mixture gently so the rice and broccoli don't get mashed.
• Add the crispy onions in the last few minutes of baking so they stay crunchy.

Substitutions

• Cream of mushroom soup can replace cream of chicken for a different flavor.
• Greek yogurt can be used in place of sour cream.
• Turkey can replace chicken if you have leftovers to use up.

Storage

• Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
• Reheat individual portions in the microwave or the whole dish covered in the oven.
• Freeze baked and cooled portions for up to 2 months.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve as a complete meal on its own, since it already includes protein, vegetables, and starch.
• Add a simple side salad if you'd like something fresh alongside it.
• Top with extra shredded cheese right before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	425 kcal

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