Description
Indulge in our Ultimate Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole, a delightful blend of tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and creamy cheddar-infused rice, all crowned with a buttery, crunchy panko breadcrumbs topping. This dish epitomizes comfort food, perfect for family dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (optional for topping)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
- Make the Sauce: Add cream of chicken soup, milk, salt, and black pepper to the pan. Stir well until fully combined and smooth. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Combine Ingredients: Add shredded chicken, cooked rice, fresh broccoli, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese to the pan. Stir everything together until well coated with the sauce.
- Assemble the Casserole: Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese on top. For a crunchy topping, add panko breadcrumbs.
- Bake and Serve: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly. Remove from oven, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: dinner
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 to 2 cups
- Calories: 520 per serving
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1150mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg