Description

Experience the comforting flavors of Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole, a delightful one-pot meal that brings together tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and creamy rice topped with a crunchy Ritz cracker layer. This casserole is perfect for family dinners or potluck gatherings, offering a hearty, cheesy dish that’s easy to prepare in advance. Simply assemble your ingredients, pop it in the oven when you’re ready to serve, and enjoy this satisfying comfort food that everyone will love!

Ingredients

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2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (or 2 cups diced rotisserie chicken)
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 1/4 cups white long grain rice (uncooked)
2–3 cups fresh broccoli florets (uncooked)
10.5 oz. condensed cream of chicken soup
½ cup milk
½ cup sour cream
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
2 tablespoons melted butter

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat and cook bite-sized chicken pieces until golden brown. Remove from pot.
Add chicken broth and rice to the pot; bring to a boil then simmer covered for 6 minutes.
Layer fresh broccoli on top of the rice; cover and cook for another 9 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
Remove from heat and let sit covered for 10 minutes.
Stir in cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, half the cheddar cheese, and seasonings.
Transfer to a greased casserole dish and top with remaining cheese.
Bake covered for 15 minutes.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 450
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 43g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 75mg