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Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole

A creamy and cheesy casserole filled with chicken, rice, and broccoli, perfect for satisfying comfort food cravings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup rice, uncooked
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, uncooked rice, broccoli florets, cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Mix well and pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
Baking
  1. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  3. Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

This dish can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking. Leftovers can be kept in an airtight container for about 3–4 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.