Description
A comforting and easy one-pot casserole combining tender chicken, nutritious broccoli, and creamy cheese with perfectly cooked rice. Ready in 30 minutes, this cheesy chicken broccoli and rice casserole is a wholesome family-friendly meal that requires minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 chicken breasts, cut into small cubes
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¾ cup uncooked rice
- 10 ounces cream of chicken soup (1 can)
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the onion and chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cubed chicken. Cook for about 5 minutes until the chicken is no longer pink and starts to brown. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the rice and liquids: Stir in the uncooked rice, cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth. Use 2 cups of broth initially and add more if necessary to ensure the rice cooks properly.
- Cook the rice: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes until the rice is fully cooked. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Finish with broccoli and cheese: Add the broccoli florets and half of the cheddar cheese to the skillet. Continue cooking for 2 more minutes until the broccoli softens slightly. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top and place the skillet under the broiler for a few minutes until the cheese melts and begins to brown.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the broiler, garnish with fresh chopped parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- This recipe is made entirely in one pot, making cleanup quick and easy.
- Use low sodium chicken broth to control the salt level.
- To ensure the rice cooks evenly, stir occasionally during cooking.
- Broccoli can be steamed slightly beforehand if you prefer it softer.
- Substitute cheddar cheese with a low-fat version for a lighter option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 298 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 631 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 47 mg
