Description
This Cheesy Broccoli Chicken and Rice Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, vibrant broccoli, and gooey melted cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 1 pound chicken breasts, cut into 1×1-inch cubes
Casserole:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups white long grain rice, rinsed
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 2 cups water
- 3 cups broccoli florets, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
Instructions
- Cut and Season Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into cubes, season with salt and pepper.
- Brown Chicken: Brown chicken in a pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook Onion and Garlic: Cook onion until soft, then add garlic.
- Add Ingredients: Return chicken to the pot, add rice, stock, water, and cook.
- Add Broccoli: After 10 minutes, add broccoli and cook until rice is done.
- Finish Casserole: Stir in milk and 1 cup of cheese, top with remaining cheese, and bake at 425°F until bubbly.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider seasoning the dish with herbs like thyme or parsley.
- This casserole freezes well, making it a convenient make-ahead meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
