🥦🍗 Broccoli, Rice, Chicken, and Cheese Casserole

Creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor — this Broccoli, Rice, Chicken, and Cheese Casserole
is the ultimate comfort food! Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or family dinners.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked white rice
• 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
• 3 cups fresh broccoli florets (or frozen, thawed and drained)
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• ½ cup milk
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• ½ cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
• 1 tablespoon melted butter (optional, for topping)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Steam broccoli 3–4 minutes until slightly tender but still bright green. Drain well.
3. In a large bowl, combine rice, chicken, broccoli, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and 1½ cups shredded cheese. Mix well.
4. Transfer mixture into prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
5. Sprinkle remaining ½ cup cheese over top.
6. (Optional) Mix breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over casserole for a crispy topping.
7. Bake uncovered 25–30 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
8. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

💡 Tips & Variations

• Add a pinch of paprika or chili flakes for extra flavor.
• Swap cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom for a different twist.
• Use brown rice for a healthier option.
• Add sautéed onions or mushrooms for extra texture.