Broccoli Cheese and Chicken Casserole

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Broccoli Cheese and Chicken Casserole—a hearty, one-dish wonder that's perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Featuring tender pieces of seasoned chicken, vibrant broccoli florets, and fluffy white rice all enveloped in a creamy blend of cheddar cheese, sour cream, and cream of chicken soup, this casserole delivers layers of flavor and texture in every bite. Topped with melty cheese and an optional crispy breadcrumb topping, it's baked to bubbly perfection in just 35 minutes. With minimal prep and simple ingredients, this recipe is an easy, crowd-pleasing way to elevate classic casserole dishes while sneaking in those nutritious greens. Perfect for meal prep or a satisfying dinner straight from the oven!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breasts
• 4 cups Broccoli florets
• 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 3 cups Cooked white rice
• 1 can (10.5 oz) Cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
• 2 tablespoons Butter (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown on both sides. Remove from the skillet and let rest. Once cool, dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

While the chicken cooks, bring a pot of lightly salted water to boil and blanch the broccoli florets for 2-3 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, 1.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, and the cooked chicken. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated.

Step 5

Fold in the blanched broccoli and gently mix until the ingredients are distributed evenly.

Step 6

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread it out evenly using a spatula.

Step 7

Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole. If using breadcrumbs, mix them with melted butter and sprinkle over the cheese layer for added crunch.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are slightly golden.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Broccoli Cheese and Chicken Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2179.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3410.1

Total Fat 186.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 105.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 739.3mg	0%
Sodium 7151.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 236.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.1g	0%
Total Sugars 37.2g
Protein 214.8g	0%

Vitamin D 193.1IU	0%
Calcium 2579.4mg	0%
Iron 16.6mg	0%
Potassium 1044.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.1%

Protein: 24.7%

Carbs: 27.2%