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Ultimate Creamy, Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole (Easy One-Dish Dinner)

A close-up of a serving of creamy chicken broccoli rice casserole topped with melted, browned cheese and parsley.
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Make this ultimate comfort food tonight! This recipe delivers a rich, cheesy, and creamy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole that is simple enough for a busy weeknight but satisfying enough for the whole family. It is a true one-dish meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked white rice (about 1 cup uncooked)
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen broccoli florets, thawed and drained well
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (optional, for 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 cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, mayonnaise, sour cream, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until the sauce is smooth.
  3. Gently fold in the cooked rice, cooked chicken, thawed broccoli florets, and 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese into the soup mixture. Stir until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  4. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese with the panko breadcrumbs, if using. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
  6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly throughout and the topping is golden brown.
  7. Let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes before you serve it. This helps the creamy sauce set up slightly.

Notes

  • You can use canned chicken for an even quicker preparation time. Drain it well before adding.
  • To make this a make ahead casserole, assemble the entire dish, cover it tightly, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add 10 to 15 minutes to the baking time if baking directly from the refrigerator.
  • For a healthier chicken broccoli rice casserole variation, use light sour cream and low-sodium soups.

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