Broccoli Rice Chicken and Cheese Casserole
Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 30 mins | Total Time: 45 mins | Servings: 6–8
This casserole is packed with all of your favorite flavors – chicken, broccoli, rice, and cheese. It’s an easy, one-dish meal that the whole family will love. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
- 1 lb shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
- 2 cups instant rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can cream of onion soup
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 bag (about 12 oz) frozen broccoli, cooked and drained
- Panko bread crumbs (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the frozen broccoli as directed on the package. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of chicken broth to a boil. Stir in the instant rice, remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Stir in butter and Velveeta cheese into the hot rice until melted and well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooked broccoli, and cheesy rice mixture.
- Add cream of onion soup, cream of chicken soup, milk, and heavy cream. Mix everything together until evenly combined.
- Transfer mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with panko bread crumbs if desired for a crunchy topping.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with a simple side salad or steamed vegetables.
- Pairs well with crusty bread or dinner rolls.
- Great for meal prep—store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.