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Creamy Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

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A simple, comforting casserole featuring chicken, broccoli, and rice in a creamy cheese sauce, ready for the oven quickly.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen broccoli florets, lightly steamed
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup crushed butter crackers (optional topping)
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter (optional topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cooked rice, and steamed broccoli.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, milk, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
  4. Stir in 3/4 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese into the soup mixture.
  5. Pour the cheese sauce over the chicken, rice, and broccoli mixture. Stir gently until everything is evenly coated.
  6. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
  7. If using the topping, mix the crushed crackers and melted butter together. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the cheese layer.
  8. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly throughout and the topping is golden brown.
  9. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • You can use frozen broccoli directly without steaming if you increase the baking time by 5 to 7 minutes.
  • For a make-ahead option, assemble the casserole completely, cover it, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. Add 10 minutes to the bake time if cooking straight from the refrigerator.
  • Use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken for faster preparation.

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