Description
Indulge in the comforting goodness of Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole, a delightful dish that brings together tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and fluffy rice in a creamy, cheesy sauce. Topped with a crunchy Ritz cracker crust, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as a make-ahead meal that the whole family will love. It’s not only easy to prepare but also versatile, allowing you to customize it with your favorite ingredients. Whether you’re serving it family-style or in individual portions, this casserole is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced rotisserie chicken (or 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts)
- 2½ cups chicken broth
- 1¼ cups white long-grain rice (uncooked)
- 2 cups fresh or frozen broccoli florets
- 10.5 oz condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add chicken and season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned (5-7 minutes for fresh chicken).
- Stir in chicken broth, olive oil, uncooked rice, and broccoli until well combined.
- Mix in cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, and half of the cheddar cheese until smooth.
- Pour into a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Combine crushed Ritz crackers with remaining cheese and melted butter; sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake uncovered for about 40 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (180g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 70mg