Description
Comforting cheesy chicken broccoli and rice casserole brings creamy goodness to dinner tables with classic homestyle charm. Hearty ingredients blend seamlessly, creating a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups diced rotisserie chicken (or any other cooked chicken)
- 2 cups broccoli florets, broken down into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese
Creamy Components:
- 1 can cream of chicken soup (can use low-sodium or Healthy Request)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
Topping and Seasoning:
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup crushed corn flakes
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Garlic powder to taste
- Onion powder to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350°F and coating a 9×13 inch baking vessel with a light layer of grease to prevent sticking.
- Shred or cube the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces, ensuring uniform texture throughout the casserole.
- Chop the broccoli into small, manageable florets that will distribute evenly and cook consistently within the dish.
- In the prepared baking dish, gently fold together the chicken, broccoli, cream of chicken soup, pre-cooked rice, shredded cheese, and mayonnaise until ingredients are thoroughly integrated.
- Season the mixture with your preferred herbs and spices, creating a balanced and flavorful base for the casserole.
- Crush corn flakes into fine, uneven crumbs to create a crunchy, textured topping that will provide delightful contrast to the creamy mixture.
- Evenly scatter the crushed corn flakes across the surface of the casserole, covering the entire dish with a light, crispy layer.
- Melt butter and delicately drizzle it over the corn flake topping, ensuring complete and uniform coverage.
- Transfer the casserole to the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, watching for a golden-brown topping and ensuring the interior is thoroughly heated.
- Remove from oven and allow to rest for a few minutes before serving, letting the flavors meld and the casserole set slightly.
- Serve warm, showcasing the creamy interior and crisp, golden topping for a satisfying comfort food experience.
Notes
- Customize protein by swapping chicken with turkey, tofu, or canned tuna for dietary variety.
- Reduce calorie content by using low-fat cheese, light mayonnaise, and Greek yogurt instead of traditional ingredients.
- Make the dish gluten-free by substituting corn flakes with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed rice cereal.
- Boost vegetable nutrition by adding extra vegetables like cauliflower, carrots, or spinach to increase fiber and vitamins.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg