Chicken Rice And Broccoli Casserole
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or cubed
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 2 cups fresh or frozen broccoli florets
- 1 can 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers optional
- 2 tablespoons butter melted (optional)
Instructions
Preparation:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Cook Ingredients:
- Rice: Cook rice according to package instructions.
- Broccoli: Blanch broccoli florets in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then drain.
- Chicken: Use pre cooked chicken or quickly cook chicken breast in a skillet with a bit of oil, salt, and pepper.
Mix Casserole:
- In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, rice, broccoli, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Assemble:
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
Optional Topping:
- In a small bowl, mix crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter.
- Sprinkle over the cheese layer for a crispy topping.
Bake:
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the top is golden brown.
Serve:
- Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. Enjoy.
Notes
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter option.
- Swap white rice for quinoa or brown rice for added nutrition.
- Add cooked mushrooms or peas for extra veggies.
