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A close-up view of a scoop of cheesy chicken broccoli rice casserole on a white plate. You can clearly see the tender chunks of chicken, bright green broccoli florets, and rice coated in a creamy sauce.
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Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole (From Scratch!)

This easy, creamy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole is made completely from scratch with a homemade cheese sauce—no canned soup! It's the perfect cheesy, comforting, and family-friendly weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups cooked chicken shredded or cubed
  • 4 cups cooked long-grain white rice
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 inch Baking Dish
  • 1 Large Saucepan
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Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  3. Gradually whisk in the milk and chicken broth until smooth. Cook, stirring often, for 5-7 minutes until the sauce has thickened. Remove from heat.
  4. Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add 1 ½ cups of the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until smooth and melted.
  5. Add the cooked chicken, cooked rice, and broccoli florets to the cheese sauce. Stir until everything is well combined.
  6. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Top with the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the casserole is hot and bubbly. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalProtein: 28gFat: 25gFiber: 2g

Notes

Tip 1: For the creamiest sauce, shred your own cheese from a block. Pre-shredded cheeses contain anti-caking agents that can result in a grainy texture.
Tip 2: Rotisserie chicken is a great time-saver for this recipe.
Tip 3: Ensure you pat frozen broccoli dry if using, to prevent a watery casserole.
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