Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

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Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

This Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole is the ultimate easy comfort food — made with tender chicken, cheesy broccoli rice, and just a few simple ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners!

Prep Time10

Cook Time1

Course: Main

Cuisine: American

Keyword: casserole, chicken broccoli rice, chicken broccoli rice casserole

Servings:

Calories: 441kcal

Author: Rachael

Ingredients

2 pounds chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
5.7 ounces Knorr Cheddar Broccoli Rice Side 1 package
10 ounces frozen chopped broccoli
2 cups chicken stock
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
Seasonings of choice salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, etc.

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Combine ingredients. In a 2-quart (or larger) casserole dish, mix together the Knorr rice side, frozen broccoli, chicken chunks, seasonings, and chicken stock.
Top with cheese. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar evenly over the top and cover the dish with foil.
Bake. Place in the pre-heated oven and bake for 45 minutes.
Uncover and finish baking. Remove the foil and continue baking for 15–20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the rice is tender.
Serve hot. Let it rest for a few minutes, then serve warm and enjoy that creamy, cheesy goodness.

Notes

Make this casserole even more flavorful or creamy with a few easy additions:

Add a can of soup – Stir in a can of cream of chicken soup or cheddar cheese soup for extra creaminess.
Boost the flavor – Mix in a teaspoon of garlic powder, onion powder, or Italian seasoning.
Extra veggies – Add diced bell peppers, mushrooms, peas, or carrots.
Crunchy topping – Finish with crushed Ritz crackers, breadcrumbs, or French fried onions for a golden, crispy finish.
Spice it up – A pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes gives it a little kick.

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