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Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole Recipe

A comforting and delicious one-pot meal, this Cheesy Chicken, Broccoli, and Rice Casserole is quick, simple, and bursting with flavors. Perfectly cooked chicken, tender broccoli, and melted cheddar cheese come together in just 30 minutes to create a satisfying dinner the whole family will enjoy.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • 10 ounces cream of chicken soup 1 can
  • 2 chicken breasts cubed
  • 2 cups chicken broth low sodium
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup uncooked rice
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 small onion chopped

Instructions

  • Cook the chicken and onion: In a large, oven-proof skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cubed chicken, cooking for about 5 minutes until the chicken is no longer pink and begins to brown. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the minced garlic, cooking for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Incorporate the rice and liquids: Stir in the uncooked rice, cream of chicken soup, and 2 cups of chicken broth. Bring this mixture to a boil, then lower the heat. Cover the skillet and let it simmer on medium heat for around 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the rice is tender. Add more broth if necessary to ensure the rice cooks through.
  • Add broccoli and cheese: Once the rice is cooked, mix in the broccoli florets and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the broccoli to soften slightly.
  • Broil to finish: Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the top and place the skillet under the broiler for a few minutes, just until the cheese melts and turns golden brown.
  • Garnish and serve: Finish by garnishing with fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately and enjoy.