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Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

This Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole is a comforting and delicious dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cooked, shredded boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; place in the baking dish.
  3. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce and garlic powder; set aside.
  4. Layer uncooked rice at the bottom of the dish, followed by broccoli florets on top.
  5. Pour chicken broth evenly over the layers, then drizzle with the soy sauce mixture.
  6. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
  7. Remove foil, sprinkle cheddar cheese on top, and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese melts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 25gFat: 13g

Notes

Feel free to customize with different cheeses or add your favorite vegetables for a personal touch.

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