Description
Savory Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole is the ultimate comfort dish, perfect for cozy nights with family and friends. This hearty casserole features tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and fluffy rice enveloped in a creamy sauce, all topped with melted cheddar cheese. It’s an effortless way to create a warm and satisfying meal that brings everyone together around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced chicken in olive oil until cooked through and lightly browned (about 7-10 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet; cook until the onions are translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken mixture with broccoli florets, rice, chicken broth, cream of mushroom soup, soy sauce, and half of the cheddar cheese; mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with remaining cheddar cheese and bake uncovered for about 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg