Description
Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Casserole with tender chicken, rice, broccoli, and cheesy topping.
Ingredients
2 tbsp butter
2 chicken breasts or rotisserie chicken
Salt & pepper
1 tsp Italian seasoning
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 tbsp olive oil
1 1/4 cups rice
2–3 cups broccoli
1 can cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup sour cream
2 cups cheddar cheese
1/2 tsp thyme (optional)
1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
1 cup crushed crackers
2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F
2. Cook chicken in butter until golden
3. Remove chicken and cook rice in broth
4. Add broccoli and cook until tender
5. Let rice rest covered for 10 minutes
6. Mix in chicken, soup, milk, sour cream, and cheese
7. Transfer to baking dish and top with cheese
8. Bake covered 15 minutes
9. Add cracker topping
10. Bake uncovered 10 minutes and serve
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken to save time
Add milk when reheating to keep creamy
Do not stir rice while resting
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American