Name: Broccoli Cheddar Chicken and Rice Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped; 1 cup uncooked white rice; 2 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1 ½ cups milk; 2 cups chopped broccoli (fresh or frozen); 1 small onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp olive oil or butter; 1 tsp salt; ½ tsp black pepper; 1 tsp paprika (optional); 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (divided)

Broccoli Cheddar Chicken and Rice Casserole

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Creamy, cheesy, and packed with cozy vibes — this casserole combines juicy chicken, tender broccoli, and fluffy rice all baked under a bubbly cheddar topping. It’s a one-dish wonder that turns everyday ingredients into total comfort food gold.

Author: annareynolds
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 50 mins
Total Time: 1 hour 5 mins
Yield: 6 1x

Ingredients

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2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped

1 cup uncooked white rice

2 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth

1 ½ cups milk

2 cups chopped broccoli (fresh or frozen)

1 small onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp olive oil or butter

1 tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

1 tsp paprika (optional)

2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (divided)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until softened.

In the baking dish, stir together uncooked rice, sautéed onions, broth, milk, salt, pepper, paprika, and 1 cup cheddar.

Mix in broccoli and chicken. Cover tightly with foil.

Bake for 45–50 minutes, until rice is tender.

Uncover, top with remaining cheese, and bake 5–10 minutes until melted and bubbly.

Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 430
Fat: 21g |
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 29g

Find it online: https://thecomfortspoon.com/broccoli-cheddar-chicken-and-rice-casserole/