Broccoli Rice Cheese Chicken Casserole
This creamy, cheesy casserole blends chicken, rice, broccoli, and cheddar into one comforting dish. Perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a hungry family!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings (fills a 9×13-inch dish)
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Main Components
2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
2 cups water
1 can (10 oz) cream of chicken soup
1 can (10 oz) cream of mushroom soup
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
16 oz frozen broccoli florets (or fresh broccoli, chopped)
1 small white onion, finely diced (about 3/4 cup)
1/4 cup unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
1 cup milk (whole or 2% recommended)
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
Optional Add-Ins
1/2 tsp garlic powder or paprika
Dash of hot sauce or black pepper
1/2 cup sliced mushrooms or diced bell peppers
Instructions
Cook the Rice:
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups water to a boil. Stir in rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes until tender and fluffy. Set aside.
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Combine Ingredients:
In the prepared baking dish, mix the cooked rice, shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, butter, milk, diced onion, broccoli, and 1 cup of cheddar cheese. Stir until fully combined. Add optional seasonings or vegetables if using.
Bake Covered:
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
Bake Uncovered & Top with Cheese:
Remove foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup cheddar cheese on top during the last 5 minutes of baking.
Rest & Serve:
Let casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with a simple green salad, garlic bread, or fruit on the side.
Notes
For extra depth, sauté the onions before mixing them in.
Use rotisserie chicken for faster prep.
Swap white rice with brown rice or quinoa (adjust cooking time).
Make ahead and refrigerate overnight; increase bake time slightly if chilled.
Resting the casserole after baking ensures easier slicing and thicker sauce.
Find it online: https://allcookedup.com/broccoli-rice-cheese-chicken-casserole/
