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Broccoli Rice Cheese and Chicken Casserole - Chicken Casserole Recipes

Some nights call for a dinner that doesn’t make you think too hard. This chicken casserole recipe is one of those meals that feels like a hug on a plate. You’ve got tender chicken, fluffy rice, and broccoli all bound together with a blanket of melted cheese. It’s the kind of dish that makes you linger at the table a little longer. I remember the first time I made it on a rainy Tuesday evening. The kitchen smelled like comfort and I caught myself sneaking a bite before it even hit the table. It’s simple, it’s hearty, and it has just the right amount of gooey cheese to make you forget about the dishes waiting in the sink. If you’ve been looking for something that works for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, this is it. It blends the ease of simple chicken recipes with the satisfying flavors you crave from comfort chicken recipes. Whether you’re trying healthy chicken curry one night or exploring easy chicken dinner ideas the next, this casserole holds its own among the best easy chicken casserole recipes you’ll ever make.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keywords: chicken casserole recipes, chicken dinner ideas, Comfort Chicken Recipes, Easy Chicken Casserole Recipes, Easy Chicken Dinner Ideas, Healthy Chicken Curry, simple chicken recipes
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Lila

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large bowl, mix chicken, rice, broccoli, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, 1 1/2 cups cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread mixture into a greased 9x13 baking dish.
  4. Top with remaining cheese.
  5. Bake for 25–30 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Serve warm.