Chicken Broccoli Rice Dinner : Creamy, Cheesy & Crunchy Bake
This easy, crowd-pleasing dish is packed with tender chicken, fluffy rice, cheesy goodness, and hearty broccoli — all wrapped in a creamy sauce. It’s budget-friendly, kid-approved, and perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 1x
Ingredients
1 (12.5 oz) can chicken, drained and shredded
2 cups thawed broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup sour cream
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups crushed corn flakes
4 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
In a large bowl, mix chicken, broccoli, rice, soup, sour cream, and 1 ½ cups cheese.
Spread mixture evenly into the prepared dish.
In a small bowl, mix crushed corn flakes with melted butter.
Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheese over casserole, then top with buttery corn flakes.
Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until hot, bubbly, and golden on top.
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 410
- Fat: 23 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Protein: 20 g