Description
This Easy Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole is the ultimate comfort food! A creamy, cheesy, and flavorful one-dish meal, perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner. Made with rotisserie chicken, frozen broccoli, and a creamy sauce, this recipe comes together quickly and bakes to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large rotisserie chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 2 cups frozen broccoli
- 1 can cream of chicken soup (with herbs)
- 1/2 cup whipped cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Colby Jack cheese, shredded (for topping)
- 1/2 cup crispy fried onions (for topping)
- 1/3 cup milk (to mix everything together easily)
Instructions
1. Preheat and Prepare
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
2. Mix Ingredients
- In a large bowl (or directly in the casserole dish), mix diced chicken, cooked rice, frozen broccoli, cream of chicken soup, whipped cream cheese, seasonings, and milk. Stir until well combined.
3. Add Cheese & Assemble
- Stir in shredded sharp cheddar cheese until fully mixed.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish and spread evenly.
4. Top & Bake
- Sprinkle the Colby Jack cheese and crispy fried onions on top.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. Serve & Enjoy
- Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. Enjoy this cheesy, hearty meal!
Notes
- Make-Ahead Option: Assemble the casserole up to 24 hours in advance, cover, and refrigerate. Bake when ready.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.
- Substitutions: Swap Colby Jack for Monterey Jack or use Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese for a lighter version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg