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Creamy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

A square serving of creamy rice casserole with broccoli, cheese, and a crunchy topping on a white plate.
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Make this creamy chicken broccoli rice casserole for a satisfying, one-dish family dinner. It combines tender chicken, rice, broccoli, and a cheesy sauce, perfect for weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup frozen broccoli florets, thawed and drained
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup crushed butter crackers (optional topping)
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter (optional topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the rice according to package directions until tender. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, milk, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
  4. Stir in the cooked chicken, cooked rice, thawed broccoli, and 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese into the soup mixture. Mix gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
  6. In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese with the crushed butter crackers and melted butter, if using. Sprinkle this topping evenly over the casserole.
  7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot throughout and the topping is golden brown.
  8. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before you serve it.

Notes

  • You can substitute cooked ground beef or sausage for the chicken to make a different style of rice casserole.
  • For a make-ahead option, assemble the casserole completely, cover it, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. Add 10 to 15 minutes to the baking time if cooking directly from the refrigerator.
  • Use pre-cooked rice to reduce the total preparation time significantly.

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