Description
A heartwarming casserole featuring tender broccoli, savory chicken, and a creamy cheddar cheese sauce, perfect for cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine the cooked rice, shredded chicken, steamed broccoli, cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- If desired, sprinkle paprika on top for a touch of color and flavor.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving, then dish up and enjoy!
Notes
Make-ahead friendly; can be prepared the night before and refrigerated. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg