Comforting Chicken Broccoli Casserole: Crispy, Creamy & Easy to Make
A creamy, comforting chicken broccoli casserole that blends tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and savory cheddar for a satisfying dinner.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups broccoli florets, blanched
- 1 cup cooked rice, white or brown
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Breadcrumbs and extra cheese for the topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch dish.
- Whisk heavy cream, butter, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until butter is melted.
- Combine rice, chicken, and broccoli with the sauce, tossing to coat.
- Transfer sauce mixture to the baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with cheddar, parmesan, breadcrumbs, and additional cheese.
- Bake 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden; let rest 5 minutes before serving.