Dump-and-Bake Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole
The easiest one-pan comfort food for busy nights! This creamy, cheesy chicken and broccoli rice bake combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and melty cheese in a rich sauce no pre-cooking required. Perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or cozy nights in.
Ingredients:
2 cups cooked rotisserie chicken, shredded (or 1 ½ lbs raw chicken breast, diced)
1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup cream of chicken soup
½ cup heavy cream or milk
2 cups fresh or frozen broccoli florets
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons butter, cubed
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Mix Base: In the baking dish, whisk together rice, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, heavy cream, and seasonings until smooth.
Add Chicken & Broccoli: Stir in the chicken and broccoli florets evenly.
Top with Cheese: Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella cheese over the top. Dot with butter cubes.
Bake Covered: Cover tightly with foil and bake for 40–45 minutes (using cooked chicken) or 50–55 minutes (using raw chicken) until rice is tender.
Uncover & Brown: Remove foil and bake 10 minutes longer until cheese is golden and bubbly.
Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Quick Info:
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 50–55 min
Servings: 6
Calories: ~400 kcal per serving
Whip up this Dump-and-Bake Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole for a quick and creamy family dinner! Packed with chicken, rice, broccoli, and melted cheese no pre-cooking, just mix, bake, and enjoy cozy comfort in every bite.
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