Easy Recipes Chicken And Broccoli Cheese Casserole

This Chicken Broccoli Casserole recipe is made healthy using brown rice, tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and a flavorful sauce. It’s super easy to make, perfect for any weeknight. Plus it is gluten-free and full of veggies and protein

Making this Healthy Chicken Broccoli Casserole is super simple and fast. It uses healthier ingredients and omits cream soup, making it a lower-fat, more nutritious casserole. This is the perfect recipe for busy weeknights because it doesn’t take much time and everyone loves it (even kids!). This easy chicken casserole is loaded with protein, fiber, and flavor. The perfect meal to serve your family or guests. They are made with brown rice which can easily be swapped with quinoa for an even healthier chicken casserole dish!

Yes, you can freeze the casserole after cooking the chicken and adding the broccoli, rice, and sauce. Wrap tightly in tinfoil or store in an air-tight container. Freeze for up to 3 months, then thaw overnight in the fridge. Bake as directed.

Flavorful Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

You can also freeze the casserole after it has been cooked (we love leftovers!). Wrap tightly or store in an air-tight container, freeze for up to 3 months, then reheat in the microwave or oven.

Yes, you can use frozen broccoli instead. It usually takes less time to cook than fresh, so check it 5-8 minutes early. Also, we prefer that you allow the broccoli to thaw in a colander first.

Store the casserole in the fridge covered in tinfoil or in an air-tight container. It should last up to 3-4 days. If you want it to last longer, freeze the leftovers and reheat them in the oven or microwave when ready.

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This Healthy Chicken & Broccoli Casserole recipe is made with brown rice, tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and a flavorful sauce. It's super easy to make, gluten-free, and full of veggies.

Broccoli Rice Casserole {made From Scratch}

Calories: 448 kcal | Carbohydrates: 29 g | Protein: 33 g | Fat: 23 g | Saturated Fat: 11 g | Cholesterol: 96 mg | Sodium: 583 mg | Potassium: 787 mg | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 6 g | Vitamin A: 1288 IU | Vitamin C: 85 mg | Calcium: 421 mg | Iron: 2 mgThis Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole includes homemade condensed or Campbell’s Soup, flavorful rice cooked in chicken broth, and a buttery, crunchy Ritz topping. Cook up some fresh chicken or use Rotisserie!

Be sure to try my other rice casserole recipes using ham and broccoli, sausage and peppers, or ground beef and mushrooms. or chicken cordon bleu next!

Comfort food recipe? My family and I have been eating this chicken and rice casserole for years now. Who needs to separate chicken, rice, and broccoli when you can whip up a creamy casserole?!

Easy Chicken Broccoli Casserole

This recipe is one of my favorite freezer foods. I’m pretty sure readers come back for this recipe more than any other. (It’s also in The Cozy Cookbook on page 178!)

Ingredients See recipe card below for full ingredient amounts and instructions Butter Chicken Breasts Italian Seasoning Salt/Pepper Olive Oil Chicken Broth White Long Grain Rice–See below for info on using different rice Broccoli Florets-fresh or frozen, see info below Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup– Try my homemade recipe! Milk-any kind of fat content is fine Sour Cream-Mayo may also be used Cheddar Cheese– Shred your own from a block at home for best results. I use Cracker Barrel Extra Sharp Yellow cheese as it melts really well. Avoid aged/crystalized cheeses as those won’t melt well. Topping: Ritz Crackers Butter *Consider using unsalted butter and low sodium chicken broth to decrease sodium content. Cream of Chicken Soup Substitutes

Tools For This Recipe (Amazon affiliate links)- Check out all of my kitchen essentials here. 9×13 Casserole Dish 3.5 quart Dutch Oven– Conducts heat well, perfect for cooking rice in. Serving Spoons Measuring Cups and spoons

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This Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole is an easy make ahead meal that you can assemble and bake another day! Your family will love the buttery, crunchy Ritz topping!

Calories: 511 kcal , Carbohydrates: 30 g , Protein: 23 g , Fat: 33 g , Saturated Fat: 17 g , Trans Fat: 1 g , Cholesterol: 100 mg , Sodium: 1174 mg , Potassium: 470 mg , Fiber: 1 g , Sugar: 3 g , Vitamin A: 1068 IU , Vitamin C: 35 mg , Calcium: 376 mg , Iron: 2 mg

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