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Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice uncooked
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 1 can 10.5 ounces condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. In the prepared dish, combine uncooked rice, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  3. Add chicken pieces and broccoli florets to the mixture, distributing evenly throughout the dish.
  4. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes.
  5. Remove foil, sprinkle remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese on top, and bake uncovered for 5 more minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Let casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the rice to absorb any remaining liquid.