chicken broccoli rice casserole
Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole is a comforting, easy-to-make dish with tender chicken, fluffy rice, fresh broccoli, and a creamy, cheesy sauce. Perfect for a quick family dinner or a cozy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown; day-old rice works great)
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken is a fantastic shortcut)
- 3 cups fresh broccoli florets, steamed or blanched
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom for a different flavor)
- 1 cup sour cream (Greek yogurt works as a lighter substitution)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for a crunchy topping)
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (for the breadcrumb topping)