Description
Indulge in the comforting goodness of this Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and creamy rice baked to perfection. The addition of a buttery Ritz cracker topping elevates this casserole from simple to sensational, making it perfect for family dinners or potluck gatherings. Enjoy a hearty meal that is not only delicious but also easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time for those busy weeknights. This dish is sure to become a family favorite with its rich flavors and kid-approved cheese!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 2 cups diced rotisserie chicken)
- 1¼ cups white long-grain rice
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2½ cups chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces, season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat; cook chicken until golden brown.
- Add chicken broth, olive oil, and rice to the pot; bring to a boil and then simmer covered for 6 minutes.
- Mix in broccoli; cover and cook for an additional 9 minutes until rice is tender.
- Combine cooked ingredients with cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, and half the cheddar cheese.
- Transfer mixture to a greased casserole dish; top with remaining cheese and cover with foil.
- Bake for 15 minutes; uncover and add crushed Ritz crackers mixed with melted butter on top.
- Bake uncovered for another 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg