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Creamy, Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole: The Ultimate One-Dish Dinner

A square serving of creamy chicken broccoli rice casserole topped with golden, melted, and slightly browned cheese.
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Make this easy, comforting Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole for a satisfying weeknight meal. It features tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and fluffy rice baked in a rich, cheesy sauce with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen broccoli florets, thawed and drained
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, plus 1/2 cup for topping
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup crushed butter crackers (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, shredded chicken, thawed broccoli florets, cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, milk, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix all ingredients gently until they are fully incorporated.
  3. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole mixture.
  5. If using, sprinkle the crushed butter crackers evenly over the cheese layer.
  6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot throughout and the topping is golden brown and bubbly.
  7. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before you serve it. This is a fantastic one dish meal prep option.

Notes

  • For a make ahead casserole, assemble the entire dish, cover it tightly with foil, and refrigerate for up to 2 days before baking. Add 10 to 15 minutes to the baking time if cooking directly from the refrigerator.
  • You can substitute canned chicken for cooked chicken if you are looking for a quicker preparation time.
  • To make this a healthier chicken broccoli casserole variation, substitute Greek yogurt for the mayonnaise.

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