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Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 650
A comforting baked casserole combining tender chicken, broccoli, rice, and cheese for a hearty meal.

Ingredients

Dairy and Seasonings

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups diced rotisserie chicken
  • Salt/Pepper to taste Salt and Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 10.5 oz. Cream of Chicken Soup (condensed)
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (separated)
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup Ritz crackers (crushed)
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Main Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups white long grain rice (uncooked)
  • 2-3 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil olive oil

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  • Cook chicken in butter until golden, then set aside. Add rice, broth, and oil; simmer covered for 6 minutes.
  • Add broccoli, cook covered until rice is tender, about 9 minutes. Let stand off heat for 10 minutes.
  • Mix cooked chicken, soup, milk, sour cream, seasonings, and half of cheese. Transfer to a greased dish, top with remaining cheese.
  • Bake covered for 15 minutes, then uncover, top with crushed crackers mixed with melted butter, and bake uncovered for 10 minutes. Serve hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a dash of hot sauce or herbs before baking.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Broccoli, Chicken, Rice