Name: Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 34 min
Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts (halved and diced); 4 c rice (cooked); 2 10.5 oz cream of chicken; 12 oz frozen broccoli (cooked); 1 c milk; 2 eggs

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Our kids LOVE this Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole recipe! I love it because it’s so simple to make the kids will actually make it!

We first had this recipe when we were visiting my “Sissy” in Florida a few years ago. We went to say hi to her Italian Momma and she wouldn’t let us leave without feeding us dinner. There were 10 of us and she made two versions, with shredded cheese on top and one without shredded cheese on top. Needless to say, when we got back home, both the girls as if I could make this recipe. It’s became a staple in our house ever since and I ALWAYS have the ingredients on hand.

Can I put uncooked rice in a casserole?

You can put uncooked rice in a casserole recipe. However, you need to ensure that there is equal parts liquid (water, chicken or beef broth, etc.) to ensure that the rice cooks properly.

Can you cook raw chicken in a casserole?

You can totally cook raw chicken in a casserole. However, you’ll want to keep in mind that the casserole recipe will need a longer cooking time to ensure that the chicken has cooked through and has an internal temperature of 160. Can you freeze broccoli rice casserole?

What are the main ingredients in a casserole?

Every casserole recipe is different. However, a base for a casserole is a liquid of some sort (milk, water, chicken or beef broth, etc.), typically a rice or a noodle, protein and vegetables.

Can you freeze broccoli rice casserole?

This broccoli chicken casserole recipe is a perfect recipe to meal prep with. Simply prepare the broccoli chicken rice casserole per the directions below and do not bake it. When you are ready to enjoy this chicken broccoli rice casserole, leave out on the counter to defrost and then bake once it has thawed.

If you know a new Mom, someone that has been ill or recently had surgery or just want to take a warm delicious recipe to a friend who could use a little help, this recipe is the one!

Ingredients Needed to Make Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

cooked rice
cooked chicken breasts
broccoli florets
eggs
cream of chicken
milk

How to Make Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

If you are not freezing this meal, preheat your oven to 350.

Start by preparing your rice and chicken. Place 4 cups of water in a large pot and heat over medium high heat. Once the water boils, add in your rice and remove from the heat. Be sure to cover the rice. Allow to sit for about 5 minutes and stir.

While the rice is doing its thing, place a skillet over medium heat. Add in olive oil and your diced chicken.

Once the chicken has cooked, add in your seasonings. I use garlic salt and pepper.

In a large bowl or a casserole dish, all your rice, cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, milk and eggs. Mix everything until combined.

Add in your broccoli. I just buy the steam bags and pop in the microwave. Due to the fact we are boujee I take two knives and run it through the broccoli to quickly chop it up…and less dishes!

TIP: You may want to add extra milk if your mixture is dry.

Top if shredded cheddar cheese if using and cook for 20-30 minutes.

TIP: Cover your casserole dish with aluminum foil to ensure it doesn’t dry out.

My kids love to eat their Chicken Broccoli Rice with “shaky cheese” aka grated parmesan cheese.

We hope that you and your family enjoy this Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole recipe as much as we do!

What to serve with Chicken Broccoli and Rice Casserole

We typically just serve this chicken broccoli and rice recipe with garlic bread. You can also serve it along side a salad.