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Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

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This Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole is a comforting dish packed with chicken, broccoli, and rice, enveloped in creamy cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Adds richness
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs Can substitute with chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Used for seasoning
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock For deglazing
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup with Herbs Can opt for gluten-free
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Can substitute with mozzarella or gruyere
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Can be omitted
  • 4 ounces Boursin Cheese Can replace with cream cheese
  • 2 teaspoons Bayou City All-Purpose Seasoning Can replace with general seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Pepper & Onion Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Adjust to taste
  • 2 cups Broccoli Florets Can substitute with cauliflower or peas
  • 2 cups White Rice Fully cooked
  • to taste Salt and Pepper For seasoning

Equipment

  • skillet
  • casserole dish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather all ingredients and equipment.
  2. In a skillet, melt butter and sauté chicken thighs seasoned with salt and pepper for 6–7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and shred.
  3. Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Deglaze the pan with chicken stock, scraping up bits and simmer for 4 minutes.
  5. Stir in cream of chicken soup, heavy cream, Boursin cheese, and cheddar cheese until smooth.
  6. In a bowl, combine rice, broccoli, and shredded chicken, fold in creamy sauce.
  7. Transfer to a greased casserole dish, top with remaining cheddar cheese, and spread evenly.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake for 10–15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  9. Cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and consider adding different veggies for variation.

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