Broccoli Rice Chicken Cheese Casserole

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This cheesy  Broccoli Rice Chicken Cheese Casserole is the EASIEST meal you’ll make all week and is sure to become a new family favorite! Made with rotisserie chicken, this time-saving recipe is perfect for weeknights and is a hit with kids and adults alike! Don’t forget the dinner rolls to serve alongside this delicious dinner! 

Casseroles are the perfect weeknight meal and we just happen to LOVE them around here. Our very favorite casserole recipe is this Chicken and Rice Casserole and it’s one of the most-requested meals from both the boys and Chris – they just can’t get enough of it!

I love this casserole recipe because it’s about as easy as dinner can be. You guys, I don’t even use a bowl. I mix it right up in the baking dish.

One of the most delicious ways to customize this casserole is with the topping. Here are some to consider:

Ritz Crackers – treat this ingredient the same way you would the cornflakes (other crackers works as well). Chicken broccoli rice casserole with ritz crackers is a favorite around here!

Breadcrumbs – you could use plain or flavored bread crumbs. Mix with 3 tablespoons of butter before sprinkling over the top.

Cornflakes + Shredded Cheese – use any kind of cheese you like.

Potato Chips – use your favorite to add flavor and crunch

French Fried Onions – a reader favorite, this adds both crunch and flavor to the casserole – so good!

This cheesy Broccoli Rice Chicken Cheese Casserole is the EASIEST meal you’ll make all week and is sure to become a new family favorite! Made with rotisserie chicken, this time-saving recipe is perfect for weeknights and is a hit with kids and adults alike!

 Prep Time: 5min

 Cook Time: 30min

 Total Time: 35min

 Servings: 8

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups of diced rotisserie chicken or any other cooked chicken}
  • 2 cups broccoli florets broken down into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup can use low-sodium or Healthy Request
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2-3/4 cup crushed corn flakes
  • 2 tbsp butter melted
Instructions:
  1. Preheat oven to 350F. Combine all ingredients into a greased 9×13 baking dish.
  2. I use a 9×13 because we like extra room for our corn flakes {more crunch!} but this recipe will fit into an 8×8 or 9×9 baking dish.
  3. Mix up all the ingredients except corn flakes and butter right in the baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle the crushed corn flakes over the top of the casserole.
  5. Drizzle melted butter over the top.
  6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until casserole is heated through.
Notes
Using Frozen Broccoli?

I used fresh broccoli but frozen broccoli but can be substituted as long as you thaw it first.

Nutritional Info:

Calories: 354kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 389mg | Potassium: 207mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 660IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 125mg | Iron: 5mg

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