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Cheesy Broccoli Chicken and Rice Casserole for Busy Weeknights

Cheesy Broccoli Chicken and Rice Casserole for Busy Weeknights combines tender chicken, creamy rice, broccoli, and a golden cheddar topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 378
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil for dish
  • 2 1/2 cups cooked chicken breast diced
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked long-grain white rice cooled
  • 4 cups broccoli florets bite-size
  • 10.5 ounces condensed cream of chicken soup lower-sodium
  • 1/3 cup 2% milk cold
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt plus to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 3/4 cup reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese shredded, divided
  • 2 tablespoons panko breadcrumbs plain

Equipment

  • 2 1/2-Quart Baking Dish
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Microwave-Safe Bowl
  • whisk
  • Aluminum Foil

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 375°F. Coat a 2 1/2-quart baking dish with the olive oil.
  2. Place the broccoli in a microwave-safe bowl with 1 tablespoon water. Cover and microwave for 2 minutes, until bright green but still firm.
  3. Drain the broccoli thoroughly and let it stand uncovered while preparing the sauce.
  4. Whisk the condensed soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until smooth.
  5. Fold in the chicken, rice, broccoli, and 1/2 cup cheddar without crushing the broccoli.
  6. Transfer the mixture to the baking dish. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup cheddar and the panko.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and bake for 5 minutes, until the edges bubble and the center reaches 165°F. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months, though the broccoli and rice soften slightly after thawing. Cooked brown rice or well-drained thawed broccoli may be substituted without changing the baking time.