Cheesy Chicken Frozen Broccoli Rice Casserole
A comforting and easy-to-make cheesy chicken casserole featuring tender chicken, frozen broccoli, and fluffy rice all baked together in a creamy cheese sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup long grain white rice, uncooked
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
3 cups frozen broccoli florets, thawed and drained
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup diced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the uncooked rice, chicken broth, sour cream, diced onion, minced garlic, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, and cooked chicken pieces. Stir until well combined.
Fold in the thawed and drained frozen broccoli florets.
Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish and spread evenly.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
Cover the casserole dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly and the rice is tender.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.