Description
Indulge in the creamy comfort of Cheesy Broccoli Chicken and Rice Casserole, a delightful one-pot dinner that brings the family together. This hearty dish combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and gooey cheddar cheese in a satisfying blend that’s both nutritious and delicious. With only 10 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this flavorful casserole for busy weeknights or special gatherings. It’s an easy way to sneak in veggies that your kids will love, making it a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breasts (cubed)
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1.5 cups white long grain rice
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 2 cups water
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 0.5 cup milk
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- Cut chicken into cubes, season with salt and pepper, and brown in a preheated skillet for about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove chicken and sauté chopped onion until soft; add minced garlic for another 30 seconds.
- Return chicken to skillet, mix in rinsed rice, chicken stock, and water; bring to a boil.
- Lower heat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes before adding broccoli; cook until rice is tender.
- Preheat oven to 425°F, stir in milk and half the cheese before topping with remaining cheese. Bake until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg