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The Ultimate Creamy & Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole: Easy Weeknight Winner

A close-up serving of creamy chicken broccoli rice casserole topped with melted cheddar cheese.
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You need a dependable, comforting meal for busy nights. This recipe delivers a creamy, cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole using simple ingredients. We focus on quick preparation so you can get this family-friendly dinner on the table fast.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed (rotisserie chicken works well)
  • 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
  • 2 cups cooked white rice (about 1 cup uncooked)
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen broccoli florets, thawed if frozen
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup crushed butter crackers or breadcrumbs (optional topping)
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter (for topping, if using)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, milk, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until the sauce is smooth.
  3. Stir in the cooked chicken, cooked rice, broccoli florets, and 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese into the soup mixture until everything is evenly coated.
  4. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese with the crushed crackers or breadcrumbs, if you are using a topping. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole.
  6. If using the topping, drizzle the 2 tablespoons of melted butter over the cracker topping.
  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. This is a great family friendly chicken dinner.

Notes

  • For a quicker prep time, use pre-cooked rice from a bag or leftover rice.
  • If you prefer a one pot chicken and rice approach, you can cook the rice and steam the broccoli right before mixing everything together.
  • This recipe freezes well; assemble the casserole but do not bake. Cover tightly and freeze for up to three months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking as directed.

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