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Easy Skinny Chicken and Rice Casserole using NO cream soups and made in about 30 minutes! Put this on your dinner menu – you will love this easy meal!

Last Thursday, my three year old little man Tate turned FOUR!! That means, for almost one month, I’ll have not one, but TWO 4-year olds. Crazy!

Having “Irish twins” is a bit normal to me now, but sometimes when I really stop and think about it, I can’t even believe it! It seems so weird that I have two boys that close in age. I had an 11-month old at home when I went into the hospital and gave birth to another infant. Isn’t that nuts?!

Quick & Easy Chicken And Rice Casserole

At the time I found out about the pregnancy, I was devastated. Crushed. We had just moved to a small (but darling) two bedroom condo. Meaning, you guessed it, three boys squeezed into one room. No room for 4! My husband had just started a new job and was extremely stressed. I was having a hard time transitioning from two totally independent kids, to three. We were having car problems and were down to one at the time. I was driving to and from downtown to drop off and pick up my husband with kids in tow or he was stuck taking the bus for hours every day. And money was tight since we had just finished graduate school and were starting to pay back our student loans.

Then to find out that I was pregnant so soon after our third, was a sure test of my marriage, my relationship with my kids and my faith. But I know Heavenly Father only gives us things that we can handle. And as hard as it was to do the baby thing all over again so quickly and under those less than stellarcircumstances,

My sweet little Tate is an absolute joy. I love love love him. And I absolutely love having two boys that are so close in age. They are truly best friends. So even though his Birthday has passed, I wanted to make sure I gave him a little shout out to celebrate his fun day! We had a blast at Chuck E. Cheese’s. 🙂

Curry Chicken And Rice Casserole

And also to celebrate, I wanted to share a family favorite dinner – Skinny Chicken and Rice Casserole. This casserole is the bomb.com! It has NO cream soups, is so easy to throw together in 30 minutes, and tastes amazing! It’s one of those dishes my kids ask me to make. And it can save you in a pinch if you’ve run out of grocery money for the week and have no clue what to throw together. It’s saved me many a times, lol! Enjoy!

Jen Nikolaus is a recipe blogger and photographer over at Yummy Healthy Easy. She lives in beautiful Southern California with her husband and four boys. You’ll find her sharing healthier, budget-friendly, family-friendly, and easy dishes with some yummy desserts thrown in, too! Thanks for stopping by!This Healthy Chicken and Rice Casserole combines brown rice with broccoli and chicken, no canned soup in sight. Best of all, this recipe uses just 10 ingredients and one pan.

Healthy chicken and rice recipes for dinner are my jam. I also love this combination in soups like healthy chicken wild rice soup, Instant Pot chicken wild rice soup or Instant Pot chicken and rice soup.

Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole From Scratch Recipe!

Using brown rice, omitting canned soup, and using yogurt makes this a delicious yet healthy chicken and rice casserole that the whole family will enjoy!

This recipe has actually been one of the healthy casseroles I’ve been making for years. However, initially, it involved searing the chicken in one pan, cooking the rice in another, and then combining them in a separate dish to bake in the oven. I was giving myself extra work (and dishes!) for no reason! Now, this one-pan dish uses minimal effort for maximum flavor!

By omitting tinned soup, it means we can control sodium and fat levels better. Instead, it relies on yogurt and a low-sodium broth. Plus, this healthy chicken and rice recipe offers everything you need; protein, fiber, and healthy fats.

One Pot Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

The resulting chicken broccoli rice casserole is creamy, cheesy, tender without being mushy, and packed with flavor. Better yet, even with 1.5 lbs of broccoli, I’ve yet to hear a child complain about eating their greens when it’s dished up as part of this chicken and rice casserole.

Best of all, this healthy chicken and rice casserole is comforting and hearty enough for winter yet light enough to enjoy year round.

I haven’t tested quinoa with this particular recipe. However, I do love chicken and quinoa together. Why not check out this one-pot chicken quinoa, instead?

Mamaw's Chicken And Rice Casserole Recipe

This is likely down to the type of rice you used. If it’s old it may not cook properly, or if you’re using varieties of rice like short-grain, it can become mushy. Otherwise, your oven temperature could be off. I wouldn’t think it has anything to do with the pan as all Dutch ovens are made with cast iron.

Yes, though it’s likely to end up mushier than when using fresh broccoli. If you don’t mind that then go for it!

I definitely prefer a Dutch oven for this dish for the best results (it retains heat wonderfully and cooks evenly and faster than other pans). However, you could also use my recipe for Instant Pot chicken and rice recipe, if you have one.

Chicken Wild Rice Casserole Recipe

Otherwise, a glass baking dish could work. Though I imagine it would need longer to cook and a little more broth. I recommend cooking everything in the skillet then transferring it to a baking dish, Wrap tightly with several layers of foil, and add an extra 10 minutes of baking time – it may need more.

However, you could prepare this dish on the stovetop. I recommend using a large pan with a see-through lid. It may take longer to cook and require extra liquid. However, just keep an eye on it and don’t remove the lid too often. Cook it until the rice is tender. You can transfer it to a dish, top with cheese, and broil until melted.

I haven’t tried this, though I don’t see why it wouldn’t work. When using cauliflower rice I’d recommend following the recipe but only baking in the oven for 10-15 minutes. Just keep in mind that while rice absorbs liquid, cauliflower rice releases liquid – so you likely won’t need as much broth. The amount of seasoning will also likely change.

Turmeric Chicken And Rice Casserole

This healthy chicken and rice casserole is a hearty enough meal on its own. However, you could enjoy it alongside some garlic bread or a leafy green salad.

You could also serve this with additional veggie sides like sauteed zucchini, Instant Pot corn on the cob, garlic green beans, or baked asparagus, or roasted cauliflower.

Meal prep: You can freeze this healthy chicken and rice casserole before or after it’s baked. If cooking from frozen, add an extra hour to the baking time. Otherwise, allow it to thaw first, then bake as written in the recipe. You can also prep the broccoli up to a day in advance, chopping it up and storing it in an airtight container.

Healthy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

Storing: Allow the chicken broccoli rice casserole to cool, then store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freeze: To freeze, cool completely, then freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

Reheat: You can reheat smaller portions in the microwave or the oven at 375 F for 10 minutes or until warmed through. After reheating, you might want to add a bit more yogurt to bring back extra creaminess. Sprinkle fresh herbs, too, as they always add another layer of flavor to the healthy chicken casserole recipe.

Cheesy Instant Pot Chicken And Rice Casserole

Healthy Chicken and Rice Casserole combines brown rice with broccoli and chicken- no canned soup in sight! Instead, use yogurt for a lighter yet still wonderfully creamy chicken broccoli rice casserole! Best of all, this recipe uses just 10 ingredients, one pan, and practically just minutes of hands-on prep!

Calories: 378 kcal | Carbohydrates: 45 g | Protein: 23 g | Fat: 12 g | Saturated Fat: 5 g | Cholesterol: 55 mg | Sodium: 491 mg | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 3 g

Welcome! I grew up in Ukraine watching my grandma cook with simple ingredients. I have spent the last 11 years making it my mission to help you cook quick and easy meals for your family!I’m not going to tell you that you’ll like this from-scratch Chicken and Rice Casserole without canned soup. No, I am not. Instead, I am going to tell you that you are going to fall head over heels, like tell everyone that you know, sing from the rooftops, in love with it.

Easy Chicken Enchilada Rice Casserole

If you are looking for a comfort food dinner that really satisfies then this is your winner-winner chicken dinner. The whole family will fall in love with the creamy cheesy chicken and rice casserole. And the best part of all is that it is made from