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Creamy Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Rice Casserole

A close-up slice of creamy chicken and broccoli rice casserole topped with melted cheddar cheese.
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This creamy, cheesy chicken and rice casserole with broccoli is a satisfying, one-pan comfort food dinner perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks. It uses simple ingredients for a hearty, family-friendly meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken (rotisserie works well)
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice or wild rice blend
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup frozen broccoli florets, thawed
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted (for topping, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. If using uncooked rice, cook the rice according to package directions until tender. Drain any excess liquid.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, cooked chicken, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and milk. Mix well until everything is evenly coated.
  4. Stir in the thawed broccoli florets, 3/4 cup of the cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole. If using, drizzle with melted butter.
  7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot throughout and the cheese topping is melted and bubbly.
  8. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. This is a great one pan meal for easy cleanup.

Notes

  • You can prepare this entire casserole, cover it, and refrigerate it up to 2 days before baking. Add 10 minutes to the baking time if cooking directly from the refrigerator.
  • For a richer flavor, substitute half of the white rice with wild rice.
  • This recipe is budget friendly and works well with leftover cooked chicken.

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