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A close-up of a serving of Chicken and Rice Bake with Broccoli and Cheese, topped with melted cheddar.

Amazing 1 Chicken and Rice Bake with Broccoli and Cheese

This recipe combines cooked chicken, broccoli, rice, and cheddar cheese into a simple, satisfying baked casserole. It uses cream of chicken soup, milk, and sour cream for a creamy base, seasoned with garlic and onion powder.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Optional extra bake time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Casserole, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole Base
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Use 1.5 cups in mix, 0.5 cup for topping
Optional Topping
  • 1/2 cup crispy fried onions

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the diced chicken, broccoli florets, and cooked rice.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Pour the wet mixture over the chicken and rice mixture. Stir in 1½ cups of the shredded cheddar cheese until everything is coated.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheese on top.
  6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. If using the optional topping, sprinkle the crispy fried onions over the cheese and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  8. Remove the dish from the oven. Let it cool for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Cooking the chicken and rice before assembling helps guarantee even cooking throughout the casserole. This dish freezes well for up to 3 months; thaw it overnight in the refrigerator before baking as directed.

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